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Don't Stop Thinking About Tomorrow

Mark Zaifman   |    Wed, Dec 16, 2009 @ 09:13 AM

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Fleetwood Mac, in their 1976 song “Don’t  Stop”, urged listeners not to stop “thinking about tomorrow” because it would soon be here. How does this relate to you? If you’re like most people, you can probably spend money without thinking about it, but you can’t save money without thinking about it. The truth is; saving isn’t a natural event. It must be planned.

Planning and budgeting require control. Financial planning involves looking into the future, facing financial reality and the sacrifices that it brings, and taking action. Financial restraint isn’t as much fun as spending with reckless abandon, but it’s a lot more fun than winding up broke.

Financial Planning helps determine your present position, your future needs and what is required to achieve your goals. A financial plan can offer you a clear picture of where you are, a strategy based on where you are going, and peace of mind about your future.  It’s one of the best life investments you’ll ever make.