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And, of course, your finances.

From your savings strategy to your investment portfolio and retirement planning, it should all be up for review.

Going through your financial situation with a fine-tooth comb today canhelp ensure youre prepared for a better tomorrow.

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The good news is that the process doesnt have to be painful.

Identifying pain points now means you might fix them before they escalate.

Regardless of which stage oflife or financial journeyyoure in, having good credit means having more choices.

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So, how do youbring your credit score up?

First, carefully examine your credit report to ensure there are no errors.

Next, focus on paying down high-interest debt while keeping your credit card balances low.

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Working with afinancial advisor or credit counselorcan also help you develop a personalized plan to improve your credit.

Remember the saying about the best-laid plans of mice and men?

They all too often go awry.

Giving yourself every financial advantage before you sail off into the sunset means paying down that debt.

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