Kristine Batch is senior vice president, senior regional delivery manager at UMB Bank. She manages the branches in part of the Kansas City metro by working with the branches on day-to-day customer needs and sales goals.
When we ask a client if they’ve performed a financial review recently, we’re often met with a blank stare or an answer along the lines of, “Sure, we review our budget every month.” The truth is a financial review is very different than reviewing your budget monthly. Performing a financial review is an intentional, comprehensive effort that will help you understand your current financial state and develop insight into any changes or adjustments you may!
Tracking down and recording all of your income, holdings and recurring debt is the foundation of a financial review. Start by taking note of income – be sure to include your salary, any second jobs, annuities and other sources of money coming in.