Here are top financial tips for June, tailored to help you stay on top of your money goals mid-year:
š 1. **Review Mid-Year Financial Goals**
* **Check progress** on savings, debt, and investment goals.
* **Adjust your budget** if you’re off-trackāconsider cutting back on non-essential spending.
* Set fresh targets for the next six months if you’ve already hit some goals.
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š“ 2. **Plan for Summer Spending**
* Budget for vacations, kidsā camps, weddings, and other seasonal events.
* Look for **travel deals**, use rewards points, and set limits on spending.
* Try cash-stuffing or prepaid cards for travel to avoid overspending.
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š§¾ 3. **Check on Tax Withholding**
* Nowās a smart time to **review your W-4** or withholding settings.
* Avoid a big tax bill or refund by making small adjustments now.
* Use the IRS Tax Withholding Estimator to help.
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š 4. **Rebalance Your Investment Portfolio**
* Review 401(k)s, IRAs, and brokerage accounts.
* Make sure your asset allocation still matches your risk tolerance and goals.
* Consider tax-efficient investing strategies ahead of Q4.
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š§¼ 5. **Do a āFinancial Declutterā**
* Cancel unused subscriptions or services.
* Consolidate old accounts or roll over forgotten 401(k)s.
* Clean out financial paperwork; go digital where possible.
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š§ 6. **Boost Financial Literacy**
* Read one personal finance book or follow a trusted newsletter.
* Use this time to learn about a new topicālike ETFs, crypto taxes, or estate planning.
* Great free resources: Investopedia, NerdWallet, or your bankās learning center.
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š§³ 7. **Use Up FSA Dollars or Check Benefits**
* Some FSAs have a June 30 deadline for prior-year funds.
* Schedule eligible medical or dental appointments now.
* Review workplace benefits to prepare for open enrollment later in the year.
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šļø 8. **Take Advantage of Mid-Year Sales**
* Look for discounts on appliances, gym memberships, and electronics in June.
* Avoid impulse buysāonly purchase whatās already on your planned list.
* Use price comparison apps and browser extensions (like Honey or Rakuten).