Article Written by Chris O’Shea
Some common money missteps to avoid with your financials.
It can be easy to make mistakes with money. It’s easy to make mistakes with anything. However, with money, there are certain pitfalls that are easier to avoid than others. Here are some common money mistakes that can be avoided with just a bit of work.
Buying Too Much House
Just because you got approved for a huge mortgage doesn’t mean you need to use it all. Think carefully before buying a house that might end up breaking the bank. You don’t want to funnel all of your cash just to keep the lights on.
Not Investing
You simply have to invest to ensure you have some retirement nest egg. Even the highest-yield savings accounts can’t match the returns of the market over time. If you can put even a little bit into investments, you’ll be happy you did when the time comes to step away from work.
Paying for Things You Don’t Use
Everyone has subscriptions that they never or rarely use. Those little fees add up over time. Go through your subs and cut the ones you don’t need.
Not Tracking Money
You have to use a budget. It’s not fun, but it’s necessary. If you don’t track your spending, earnings and savings, you will most likely eventually run into problems.
Forgetting to Check Your Credit Report
You can check your credit report three times per year (one from each credit bureau) for free. Do it. If there are inaccuracies on your report, it will drag your credit score down. Get them fixed and watch your credit score jump.