The experts all have something to say about the economy for the upcoming year.
There are as many opinions about what is going to happen as there are people that have these opinions.
Many of the experts say the economy is beginning to recover and I am inclined to agree with them.
Things are better than they were a year ago and they will continue to see a slow upward progression.
The best way a person can deal with a poor economy is to do everything we can to be prepared.
One person cannot control the economy, but they can control their own destiny.
The best thing a person can do to prevent financial distress is to live below their means and use the excess income to prepare yourself for times of economic down turn.
It does not necessarily take a recession to put you in a poor financial situation.
It is actually times of prosperity that cause the problem.
Many people spend money they don't have without thinking about it, by using credit cards and home equity loans.
It is the times of recession that make this mindless spending more apparent.
The past several years have been a wakeup call to many individuals.
The best thing people can do is learn from it and make changes that will help them in the future.
Begin by developing a debt management plan that will help you pay off your debt, if you have consumer debt.
Before you buy, take time to decide if your purchase is a "need" or a "want" and how essential it is that you have this item.
Once you get a plan in place for debt elimination, begin thinking about building wealth.
There is a lot of information about preparing yourself for a financially stable future.
Become an expert in wealth building and pick and implement a plan that fits your personality.
This is a challenge that may take several years, but it will be well worth it in the end.