01/01/2026
Just like in big business is end of year the right time to assess your individual financial performance and health.
how much have you increase your incomes versus how much of that is invested in to revenue generating assets unlike expensing assets such as loans to buy vehicles or items which has no potential return on investment
One is financially healthy if surprised events or expenditures can be taken care of from your savings or assets (items you own and have full control) without relying on external support.
Going into 2026 ensure the following are applied to help you in maintaining a healthy financial situation:
1. Avoid unnecessary expenditure, spend within your means.
2. Avoid unnecessary loans especially non revenue generating assets such cars etc. however it's advisable to use loans for businesses opportunity don't use the loan proceeds otherwise.
3. Look at alternatives and be innovative to increase your income. You can archive this by persuing new skills, knowledge or develop products or services with differentiation ( don't copy your compeitor introduce unique products and services).
4. Don't leave your funds ( money ) lying idle in banks , invest it to keep up with inflation (products and service price rises) . You can invest it fixed deposits government bonds or buy and sell products for profits.
5. More importantly reach out to a financial adviser to guide you with expertise.
Happy New Year 2026 may this year be the best yet
Modou A Bah
Professional Accountant
Personal Financial Adviser
Business Adviser
Internal Audit Consultant