Some Reasons Your Finances Could Tighten

by Jodie Franklin 10/20/2019

Have you been wondering lately about why you are always broke? You will need to ask yourself a lot of important questions to know exactly what you are doing wrong. These are the questions that will help you point out the primary reasons for your financial woes. 

Going by data made available by the World Bank, a considerable number of workers can hardly survive through the month and also there is an increasing gap between the rich and the poor. At this point, you need to take measures so that you do not join the league of people who never have savings. Here are some reasons you could be facing financial issues:

Reduced Income 

The mistake people make is that they base their spending plans on their gross income instead of their net income. The outcome is spending more than your earrings. In order to avoid being broke due to this situation, it is advisable to adjust your lifestyle according to your disposable income.

Medical Expenses

Medical expense is one of the reasons why many people go broke. Do you pay your medical bills from your pocket or you have medical insurance? It has been discovered a lot of people go bankrupt as a result of substantial medical bills. The best way to minimize your medical expenses is by choosing the appropriate insurance coverage.

Overspending 

When you spend more than your income, there is a high tendency of going broke. You should try and minimize some lifestyles that attract lots of spending. Examples of such lifestyle are driving posh cars, going on frequent holidays, dressing in designer clothes and many more. Such an expensive lifestyle can make salary earners go broke if they don't take care.

Costly Housing 

Many young adults spend nearly half of their income on housing. To avoid massive spending on housing, you should look for affordable housing that should not be more than 20% of your income. Staying in the city outskirt, getting a roommate, or renting a room that is smaller will help you save on housing.

Lack of Saving

Many people go broke today because of lack of money. A good practice that all workers should cultivate is saving for a rainy day. When you don't save money, you are likely to incur enormous debt when there is an emergency. Saving can put an end to debt and brokenness. You should know that nothing is too small to save.

About the Author
Author

Jodie Franklin

I love helping people find their dream home or sell their house in order to achieve their next goals. I have been working hard for my clients for over 15 years throughout southeast Michigan. I have experienced every kind of transaction there is. 

Helping my community and being involved is extremely important to me. I am Past President and current board member of the Michigan Ability Partners board, which helps Veterans and people with disabilities reach independent, self-supported, and satisfying lives. I am also a member of the City of Milan Tax Review Board and Zoning Board, and involved in Milan Main Street. I have been a major sponsor of events for Michigan Ability Partners, Aid in Milan, Milan Main Street, and many more organizations that wok to make our communities better. 

I was 2018 President of the Ann Arbor Area Board of Realtors, Realtor of the year in 2016 for AAABOR and nominee for Michigan Realtor of the Year. I serve on many committees with the local board and was a member of the Housing Opportunity Committee for the National Association of Realtors (2018-19).