Test Your Money Personality (2nd part)
February 19, 2008
By Lisa Smith
aKnowledge is power…

Advice for your personality
aaaaaaaaaaOnce you recognize yourself in one of these profiles and have put some thought into how you approach money, it’s time to see what you can do to make the most of what you have. Sometimes making just small changes can yield big results. a
Spenders: Shop a Little Less, Save a Little More
aaaaaaaaaaWhen you channel your energy into saving, you have another opportunity to think long term. Look for slow and steady gains as opposed to high-risk, quick-win scenarios. If you really want to challenge yourself, consider the merits of scaling back.
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Savers: Use Moderation
aaaaaaaaaaTune up your savings efforts too. Pinching pennies is not enough. While minimizing risk is any investor’s prime goal, minimizing risk while maximizing return is the key to investing success.
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Shoppers: Don’t Spend Money You Don’t Have
A critical step for shoppers is to take control of their credit cards. Unchecked credit card interest can wreak havoc on your finances, so think before you spend – particularly if you need a credit card to make the purchase. aaaaaaaaaaTry to focus your efforts on saving your money. Learn the philosophy behind successful savings plans and try to incorporate some of those philosophies into your own. If spending is something you use to compensate for other areas of your life that you feel are lacking, think about what these might be and work on changing them.
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Debtors: Start Investing
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Investors: Keep Up the Good Work
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Knowledge Is Power
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