Spring has almost sprung! Let's welcome the nice weather, longer days and beautiful flowers. It is time to air out your home, throw away the winter clutter, and brighten up your living space with some spring cleaning.

But why stop there? You can take your spring cleaning one step further by cleaning up your finances as well.

Spring Cleaning Your Finances

Because the spring season is also the start of a new tax quarter, it is a great time to wipe the slate clean of any poor financial decisions that you made in the past year so you can make better choices going forward. Start breaking out all the old receipts, spreadsheets, and statements so you can set a new financial plan into motion.

Manage Your Expenses

Have you thought about integrating expense management software into your financial planning? By using these helpful tools, you can create a stress-free environment that allows you to easily organize and keep track of all aspects of your finances. You have easy online access to all of your receipts and financial records, as well as up to the minute expense reporting at your fingertips.

Track Your Spending

There are several software options to choose from, all of which can help to keep you connected and in a healthy relationship with your money. Finding the right software for you may take some research, but it is well worth the effort.

Why worry about lost bills, missing receipts or human error in your accounting when you can stay connected to your personal finances online? Get rid of the notebook or folders you have been keeping your financial records in and get connected today.

Maximize Your Savings

If you have already been using software to keep track of your finances, but are looking for innovative ways to take your money-saving strategies to the next level, it may be time to start thinking about a few other options to help clean up your spending habits.

If you seem to overindulge and spend beyond your means, it may be time for you to wean yourself off of credit cards and pay down any outstanding debt. For many of us, the key to getting a fresh financial start is breaking the credit card habit.

How Will You Save By Going Paperless?

Credit cards can be a lifesaver in an emergency situation, but relying on them to support your lifestyle is a sign you might have an unhealthy relationship with money (always room for improvement).

Many people find themselves struggling from time to time or searching for car pawns nearby when facing a cash shortage. The good news is, the savings you can find with a good financial spring cleaning can often the first step in the right direction.

Note: The content provided in this article is only for informational purposes, and you should contact your financial advisor about your specific financial situation.