Uncensored Money

Understanding where you're at financially

Uncensored Money

Show Notes

This season we're diving into the hot topics and issues that we think you need to know about when it comes to your money. This episode is the second in a where we're talking about the big impact a decade can really have on your finances. We started off by looking at where you're at now financially and giving yourself a score out of 10. This week, we're looking deeper into that now, really examining where you are now, and where you want to go. It's an easy thing to say but putting it into practice is where things get tricky. Understanding where you are now can be confronting, and knowing where you want to go might be something you haven't thought about till now. But by assessing what you truly want from your finances, rather than just what society expects, you can create the financial plan and future that you've always dreamed of. In this episode, Mel talks through her own experience with this, covering practical steps to assess your financial health, set achievable goals, and create a roadmap for financial success. If the idea of looking at your finances in a decade terrified you, make sure to tune into this episode to learn how to get it under control, and what next steps to take.

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