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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Business
J.R. Duren

EXPLAINED: Experts say you should make these 5 financial moves to start 2026 - The Real Truth

New year, new money habits.

If that’s among your goals for 2026, then there’s a wealth of information available. But knowing which tips and strategies are the most effective requires a level of financial literacy that many Americans just don’t have. A recent report from the National Financial Education Commission found that the average person loses around $1,000 a year because of poor financial education.

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