Healthy Financial Habits to Adopt in 2022

Map out your path to financial success this 2022! 

The arrival of a new year always indicates a fresh start. A time when you can let go of the past year’s failures and mistakes to start anew. If you’re looking to make new or better financial habits in 2022, here’s a tried-and-tested roadmap to help you do it!

1. Decrease spending throughout your daily life. Many people spend too much money on items that are wants rather than needs. Try to cut back on eating out, buying clothes, and going on vacations.

2. Keep your spending habits in check. Make a budget for yourself and your family. This includes things like how much you will spend on groceries, bills, and day-to-day expenses. You should put this all in writing so that you can keep track of your spending habits and make sure you don't go over budget.

3. Keep track of what you are spending. It’s not just enough to have a budget, you need to religiously follow it too! Many people make impulse purchases because they don't know how much they have already spent on a given day. In order to keep your spending under control, you have to know what you're spending money on and how much.

4. Save extra money. Anytime you get some extra money, don't spend it. Put that money into your savings account or even put it away in a place where you won't be tempted to spend it on something else. You can use the money you’ve saved up for as an emergency fund which will serve as a financial buffer in case of any unexpected expenses like medical emergencies or sudden home repairs.

5. Sell items that you don't use anymore. Online selling has proven to be very popular in 2020 and 2021! And because of the numerous online selling platforms available, it’s also been convenient. Though it may hurt to give up certain possessions, it will be well worth it in the long run. You can sell anything from old furniture to clothes at secondhand stores or online for some extra money.

6. Learn how to cook your own food. Learning how to prepare your own meals can save you so much money and it will teach you new skills that could come in handy during tough times. Plus, it can be a fun hobby that allows you to express your creativity in the kitchen!

7. Get rid of any and all debt. This includes car payments, home payments, credit card bills, etc. The less debt you have hanging over your head the better.

8. Invest. It’s not enough to just save money, you need to make it grow. You can do this by investing in stable investment vehicles like stocks or bonds, or by putting it towards an insurance policy that helps you grow your funds while also giving your loved ones financial protection in case anything happens to you.

It’s never too late to let go of bad financial habits. If you need more help, Sheroes has a number of articles to help you better manage your money so be sure to check them out!