Take a Step Back » REI In Your Car » 1174

Things are changing in the economy and I’m getting nervous because I see a lot of people who are going to get into trouble. Over the last several years, people have been very prosperous, and when we thought things were going to fall apart in 2020, that didn’t happen. So, we’ve been given this false sense of security, but with inflation and interest rates rising, we’re definitely in a recession. Eventually, the bubble is going to burst, and some people will still be trying to live the same lifestyle without making any adjustments, which could have serious consequences.It's important to stay prepared financially so you can weather the storm. When you’re prepared, if your revenue goes down, you can stay afloat, keep folks employed, and keep food on the table. Lower your expenses wherever you can and get back to the basics. Remember, no matter what the economy does, we still have to pay our taxes and bills. Taking a step back and seeing where you can make cuts now before things get bad will save you in the event of a major recession. Plan for the worst-case scenario and put things in place ahead of time.What’s Inside:—Why preparation is so important ahead of a recession.—The consequences of not being prepared to weather an economic storm.—How to cut back on expenses to protect your business.