The festive season might have left your finances feeling a bit tight, but that doesn’t imply you have to compromise on your fashion or comfort in the upcoming year. If you’re eager to rebound and maintain a cozy atmosphere in your home (and life) without overspending, Maya, the top Digital Bank App in the Philippines, is here to assist!
With these straightforward, effective tips alongside Maya’s high-yield savings and adaptable credit solutions, you’ll be poised to commence 2025 with a sense of financial stability and assurance.
1. Review Your Post-Holiday Finances
Consider this a brief organization session for your bank account. Collect those holiday invoices, scrutinize your statements, and pinpoint exactly where your funds were allocated last December. Did spontaneous gifting or last-minute party costs take a larger toll on your budget than anticipated? Maya simplifies tracking your spending in real-time, enabling you to have a clear understanding of your financial standing and set more attainable goals moving forward.
2. Attempt a One-Week Spending Hiatus
Before finalizing a new monthly budget, grant yourself a brief “financial cleanse” to gauge which expenses are truly necessary. This could mean pausing non-essential purchases or merely managing the basics like groceries and bills. Afterwards, examine your Maya app to assess how much you saved and utilize that small success as inspiration to establish a new monthly spending strategy.
3. Maintain Oversight with a Prepaid Budget
After devising your financial strategy, keep your daily expenditures under control using the Maya Card. This debit card permits you to spend only what’s available in your Maya Wallet, providing you with real-time oversight of every peso. It’s ideal for routine purchases like groceries or a quick coffee stop, eliminating the risk of exceeding your budget. You’ll also see your balance refresh instantly in the Maya app, allowing you to see precisely where your money is being allocated and avoid impulsive splurges.
4. Treat Your Cash to a “Spa Day” in High-Yield Savings
Once you’ve assessed your finances, it’s time to put your money to work. Maya’s high-yield savings, boasting up to 15% per annum (p.a.), is akin to giving your money a rejuvenating spa day. Whether you deposit a large sum at once or contribute smaller amounts throughout the month, witnessing your balance increase feels like a small victory every single day.
Want to elevate your approach? Establish fresh financial objectives for the new year with Maya Personal Goals, where you can set up to five distinctive targets, each earning up to 6% p.a. until Jan. 31. Seeking more structure? Try Time Deposit Plus — secure your savings for 3, 6, or 12 months with rates reaching as high as 5.75% p.a. It’s the ideal passive method to recover from holiday spending while progressing towards something even greater.
5. Rely on Maya Easy Credit for Emergencies
At times, life can’t postpone for your monthly financial plan to align — especially when a gadget upgrade or home improvements are necessary as you start the new year. Instead of depleting your recently replenished savings, Maya Easy Credit serves as your financial backup, ensuring you can keep that wallet detox momentum intact.
With a touch of organization and a few smart adjustments, you can transform January into a new beginning for your finances. To find out more, visit maya.ph or mayabank.ph. And remember to follow @mayaiseverything on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok, along with @mayaofficialph on Twitter for additional tips, tricks, and updates on maintaining a budget-friendly lifestyle all year long.
Maya Philippines, Inc. and Maya Bank, Inc. are overseen by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (www.bsp.gov.ph). Deposits are insured by PDIC up to P500,000 per depositor.
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