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Make 2008 a financial growth year by doing a check-up now

My Financial Life from Three Altitudes

Sea level: How much money is in my purse and bank account right now?

What's my debt load? Don't let borrowing be your default plan for 2008

What's my credit score? Get a free credit REPORT (score costs $) at www.annualcreditreport.com

Credit Score: a number between 350 and 850 which grades your financial reliability.

Credit Reporting Agencies:

Experian http://www.experian.com/

TransUnion http://www.transunion.com/

Equifax http://www.equifax.com/

Arial view: What are my plans for a financially healthy future? What action must I take?

saving for retirement

buying a home

paying off all debt

college savings plan for kids

saving for a daughter's wedding

emergency funds for car repair, appliances, etc.

medical insurance and deductible

Celestial view: Where's my heart on financial matters?

Thankful for what I have - relationships and material wealth

Ready to share

Committed to principles that create value

Marsha Cleaveland, Keller Williams Realty. Search for a home online at www.HomeKey.org.

Posted by Marsha Cleaveland, GRI, AHWD, CNE on 11/27/2007 10:40 AM

Comments (2)

financial planning, credit report, debt

2 Comments on Make 2008 a financial growth year by doing a check-up now

NOV

2007

A nice overview Marsha, one of the core concepts in our business is giving back to those that have not been as fortunate. It's good to hear that this principle is gaining traction!

DEC

2007

Tim, I've found that many people are not keeping up with their own financial history. Thought this info would be helpful in beginning to put financial priorities into place.

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