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Christopher R. Hibbard, ChFC®, CRPC®, CFS®
Vice President, Wealth Management
Teachers Investment Services
Located at Teachers Federal Credit Union
5439 Sunrise Highway
Holbrook, NY 11741
Phone: 631-698-7000 Ext. 6020
Email: christopher.hibbard@lpl.com
CRPC conferred by College for Financial Planning.
The holiday season often leads to overspending, leaving many feeling financially strained afterward. To get your finances back on track, start by reviewing your expenses and creating a realistic budget. List all sources of income and categorize your expenses, including essentials, debt payments, and discretionary spending.
Identify areas where you can cut back, such as dining out, entertainment, or non-essential shopping. Setting specific savings goals—like building an emergency fund or paying down debt—can motivate disciplined spending. Automate your savings by setting up automatic transfers to your savings account soon after payday.
Track your spending regularly to stay accountable and adjust your budget as needed. Consider using budgeting apps to monitor your progress effortlessly. Avoid impulse purchases by making shopping lists and sticking to them. Review and revise your budget monthly to reflect changing expenses and financial goals.
By implementing these tips, you can regain control over your finances, reduce stress, and set a solid foundation for a financially secure year ahead.
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Christopher Hibbard is a financial advisor with, and securities and advisory services are offered through LPL Financial (LPL), a registered investment advisor and broker-dealer (member FINRA/SIPC). Insurance products are offered through LPL or its licensed affiliates. Teachers Federal Credit Union (TFCU) and Teachers Investment Services are not registered as a broker/dealer or investment advisor. Registered representatives of LPL offer products and services using Teachers Investment Services, and may also be employees of TFCU. These products and services are being offered through LPL or its affiliates, which are separate entities from and not affiliates of, TFCU or Teachers Investment Services. Securities and insurance offered through LPL or its affiliates are:

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