Last week, MSN featured Beyond Finance’s recent survey to share why Americans are changing the way they manage their money.
Beyond Finance recognized Financial Practice Week April 21-25, with a call to action for Americans to put into practice the financial management tips they learned during April’s Financial Literacy Month. The week started off with a survey of Americans on how they are feeling about their finances in times of economic uncertainty.
Only one in 10 Americans currently feels “very good” about their financial situation, according to new research.
The survey of 2,000 Americans asked respondents how they’re feeling about their finances right now — 13% feel “very good” and 28% feel “somewhat good.” But respondents are trying to be smart about their money: 84% said setting themselves up for financial success in the future is more important than ever in times of economic uncertainty.
“There’s a growing movement around financial self-empowerment,” said Lou Antonelli, Chief Operating Officer of Beyond Finance. “We’re seeing people move from avoidance to action. It’s not just about fixing your finances — it’s about feeling capable and in control.”