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Financial PlanningJuly 07, 2026·3 min read

Your Next 90 Days

By Rey Barcelon, MDRT

A simple 90-day check-in for your emergency fund, saving habits, investments, health, and insurance coverage.

Your Next 90 Days

Every now and then, it's worth pausing and asking ourselves:

Where do I want to be 90 days from now?

You don't need a complete life overhaul.

Sometimes, a few small improvements are all it takes to put yourself in a better position.

Here are a few simple things you might want to reflect on.

Do I have an emergency fund?

Life has a way of surprising us.

A common rule of thumb is to gradually build enough savings to cover around three months (90 days) of your basic expenses.

If you're not there yet, that's okay.

Even getting a little closer is progress.

Am I saving consistently?

It's not always about earning more.

Sometimes it's simply about spending a little more intentionally.

A quick review of your monthly expenses may reveal subscriptions you no longer use, purchases you don't really miss, or opportunities to save a little more each month.

Small adjustments add up.

Am I investing?

If you've already built the habit of saving consistently, perhaps it's time to ask another question:

Is my money working as hard as I am?

Leaving everything in a regular savings account may not always be the best long-term option.

It might be worth exploring investments that align with your goals and your comfort with risk.

Am I taking care of my health?

Your health is still your greatest asset.

Continue making time for exercise.

Eat a little healthier.

Get enough rest.

And while you're at it, it may also be a good time to review your health and life insurance coverage.

It's always easier to prepare while you're healthy than when you urgently need it.

Better, Not Perfect

You don't have to accomplish all of these over the next 90 days.

Maybe you start with just one.

The goal isn't perfection.

The goal is simply to be in a better position than you are today.

Small, consistent reviews.

Small, intentional improvements.

Over time, they become meaningful progress.

Here's to a better next 90 days.

R

Rey Barcelon, MDRT

Licensed Financial Advisor