Date: 24 January 2012

At the start of each year, lots of people decide to get fitter and healthier. It’s also a good idea to get your finances into shape too. The Money Advice Service has useful advice on how to do exactly that and get your money into shape for 2012.

They suggest the following steps:

• Step1: Take your Health Check - and start with making your own personal action plan
• Step2: Set yourself a money goal – and get help with getting your finances into shape
• Step3: Give yourself a money workout – and make the most of your money in the year ahead
• Step4: Keep your money on track – and learn how to stay in control of your money

And to help you feel more confident about money matters, you can also use the range of resources available in our money management section.