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For that reason, its a genius idea to take our cues from professionals.

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Below,money experts share their finance resolutionsthat paid off the most.

This resolution transformed my financial landscape, allowing me to focus on long-term goals rather than short-term gratification.

Automate Savings

A personal example of the above resolutions effectiveness was Shahnazaris decision to automate his savings.

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Turns out, a quick purchase each week was costing me over $1,000 per year.

He knew quitting completely wasnt a wise solution, so he looked for low-cost alternatives.

My local libraryoffers an amazing collection, in addition to their Libby and Hoopla apps, Maluck noted.

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I also found a low-cost subscription to GlobalComix, a multi-publisher app that was running a Black Friday sale.

Being honest with myself over a planned indulgence instead ofmultiple random expenseshas saved me plenty ever since.

Retail therapy doesnt have to break the bank!

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Before this year, I saved randomly without developing specific plans for retirement or future investments.

[Wholehearted dedication] to Mine My Deal ownership established early that smart purchases matter, he said.

But this year, I aimed to find deals actively both for work expenses and personal spending.

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