The dawn of a new year sees many people setting new year’s resolutions such as losing some weight or giving up smoking.
Similarly, the beginning of a new year is the ideal time for setting financial goals, and here are four practical ways you can kick your year off to a great start.
Assess your superannuation and nomination of beneficiary. Is your will up to date or have your circumstances changed?
While we’re experiencing record-low interest rates, do a few sums and work out whether you’re getting the best deal on your mortgage. Perhaps it’s time to renegotiate with your lender!
While the idea of setting a new year’s resolution is common, sticking to resolutions and accomplishing them are less so.
The key to achieving any goal is to be SMART about it:
S – be Specific. Clearly define your goal.
M – ensure it’s Measurable so you know when you’ve achieved it.
A – make it Achievable. Planning to complete a marathon in February may not be achievable if you’ve never run before.
R – be Realistic; could you really lose 20 kilos in a month?
T –set a time by which you want to achieve your goal.
If you’re not sure where to start, your financial planner or accountant can help you put processes in place to get your SMART goals underway.
With a little planning and organisation, being clear about what you want to achieve, and mapping out how and by when you expect to achieve it, you’ll be giving yourself the best possible start to a successful year.
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