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Nicole Spector

We Asked Financial Advisors the No. 1 Habit To Improve Your Finances in 2026

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Many of us made resolutions this past New Year’s, and the resolution to improve one’s finances was as popular as ever. Maybe you decided that 2026 would be the year you excel in shedding significant debt, become a strong investor or learn new skills to get a better-paying job. 

To stay true to any New Year’s resolution, you need to adopt new healthy habits. What habits should those be when it comes to money matters? We asked financial advisors, “What is your No. 1 habit you recommend to people who want to improve their finances in 2026?” This is what they shared. 

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