Comptroller Susana Mendoza Urges Illinoisans to Make Financial Resolutions for 2025
SPRINGFIELD - Lose 10 pounds? Eat healthier? Exercise more? All great New Year’s resolutions – but how about resolving to get control of your finances? “Starting the new year with a fresh commitment to review and better manage your money is a great way to kick off 2025,” says Comptroller Mendoza. “It might be scary to take a hard look at your financial situation, but it’s the only way to get a handle on debt, save for future needs and make the most of your hard-earned dollars.” Here are some tips to get started: Lay it all out there: Be honest about your money habits and get real about what you need to do to meet goals like saving for retirement, college tuition or a big vacation. Review debt and make a plan to pay off things like credit cards and cars. Tackle that debt: This can be as simple as paying a little extra each month, which will help save on interest charges in the long run. Think about what will motivate you…paying
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