Financial Spring-Cleaning Checklist
Spring is a natural reset. Use this checklist to refocus your money for the months ahead.
Clear Financial Clutter
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Review all recurring subscriptions and cancel unused services
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Close or consolidate old checking or savings accounts
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Organize digital and paper financial documents
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Shred outdated statements (Next Jolt Member Shred)
Refresh Your Budget
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Review the last 60–90 days of spending
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Set one realistic spending goal for next month
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Use this free budget worksheet from GreenPath
Create a Clear Debt Strategy
- List all balances, interest rates, and minimum payments
- Choose a payoff strategy (highest interest first or smallest balance first)
- Set up automatic minimum payments to avoid late fees
- Explore options such as a Debt Management Program
Review Your Credit Reports
- Request your free reports at AnnualCreditReport.com
- Dispute any inaccuracies you find
Strengthen Your Emergency Fund
- Confirm how much you currently have saved
- Set a short-term target ($500–$1,000)
- Set a long-term target (3–6 months of essentials)
- Automate a small recurring transfer - even $25 helps
Align Money With What Matters
- Write down one financial priority for the next 6–12 months
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Identify one action you can take this month
- Put a date on your calendar to review progress
Support Makes Progress Easier
Consider free, confidential counseling from our partners at GreenPath Financial Wellness.
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