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Order from chaos? Organizing personal finances worth investment of time and effort, experts say.

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January is national "Get-Organized Month," and the start of a new year is a great time to get your financial house in order, says Chris Burford, program director for the Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Jackson (CCCS), a that provides financial counseling help.

Getting organized can save time down the road. It can also save money and reduce stress.

"Being organized about your finances can have a positive impact on many areas of your life," Burford said. "The task of getting organized can be fairly simple, and can reap huge rewards. By taking the first step to get organized, you're well on the way to building financial freedom and reducing stress. If you feel like you need help, contact a reputable non-profit credit counseling agency. Experts can assist you in getting your financial life on track."

There is no one "right way" to approach organizing finances. Computer programs are popular these days. A computer calendar can remind you when it is time to pay bills. And by inputting expenses into a spreadsheet application, totals in different categories are automatically tallied. This is particularly useful for tax records because much of the work is done by the time you get ready to file income tax returns.

There are many products available for managing finances.

"With so many products available, the biggest challenge may be deciding which system is right for you," Burford...

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