October 15, 2022

Four Reasons to Create a Financial Plan Today

Learn why a financial plan is important when planning for the future.

Break up large goals into digestible steps

Determining larger goals is a great first step in creating a financial plan, but sometimes these goals can become too general and seem overwhelming. The most effective way to reach these bigger goals is to break them up into smaller, more achievable financial objectives. Keep in mind it is important to keep these small goals realistic. Making these gradual steps toward your main goal will instill confidence and motivation to continue on!

Aid in smart spending decisions

It is important to realize that most financial goals require some sort of sacrifice. For example, instead of eating at restaurants five times a week, plan to eat out once a week and cook from home four times a week for more cost-effective meals. If you create a goal you feel motivated to stick to, these sacrifices may seem less difficult, and the cost effective decisions you make can even lead to trying new things you never would have considered before.

Reduce financial anxiety

Personal finances can be a source of worry for many people. Having a financial plan can help alleviate some of that anxiety. Due to unpredictable events such as job layoffs, vehicle accidents or medical emergencies, having a savings plan and emergency savings fund will help you feel better prepared for whatever tomorrow may bring.

Handle debt effectively

Having and sticking to a financial plan can help you take control of debt payments. From student loans to mortgages and car payments, most people have debt during their life and that’s completely normal. If one of your financial goals is to eliminate debt, creating a plan in other areas of your finances can help you get ahead in payments and maybe even pay off debt early. A financial expert at Citizens First Bank can help you find options for consolidating debt with a loan or give advice on how to pay off debt faster.

Citizens First Bank offers a variety of saving plans as well as loan options to help you secure your finances! Feel free to stop in or give us a call to speak to one of our financial experts about a financial plan today. We want to help you get where you want to go financially!