8 Warning Signs Your Financial Strategy Will Fail
- You have no written budget or financial plan
- Your debt-to-income ratio exceeds 40%
- You're using credit cards for basic necessities
- You have less than $1,000 in emergency savings
- You're not contributing to retirement accounts
- You make minimum payments on all debts
- You avoid checking your bank statements
- You have no financial goals beyond next month
Recognizing these warning signs early can help you course-correct before reaching financial failure. Each of these indicators represents a critical vulnerability in your financial foundation.