Manage Your Money God's Way

Christmas spending was fun—lots of gifts, decorations, plenty of food and traveling to see the family. And now the bills are starting to roll in for all the spending fun. Make 2018 be the last year you get into debt for Christmas. The Compass Catholic  blog  has more on staying out of debt for Christmas 2019.

Resolutions are popular on January 1, but by now most of them have been abandoned. Join us on the Podcast for some ideas about how to set resolutions you will actually keep. The key is making them part of a large important life goal and managing the daily activities you need to accomplish so you eventually reach your life goal. The Compass Catholic  blog  also has some Bible verses for you to reflect on as work on your financial resolutions.

There are three things you should do to review your 2018 finances and get prepared for 2019: Review your budget in 2018 and make the necessary changes for 2019. Which categories will decrease or increase in the new year? Review where you are on the Compass Money Map. Which destinations are complete and which still have open items? Calculate your Net Worth. Do you owe more than you own? Or is your net worth positive? The Compass Catholic  blog  shares more about these three important steps to get ready for a successful financial year in 2019.

Financial problems can creep up slowly until they suddenly feel overwhelming. If you have an inkling that your finances are headed for trouble, address the issue as soon as possible to avoid long term financial harm. Join us here and on our  blog  as we talk about how to handle a looming financial issue. If you are experiencing financial challenges, you’re not alone.