Alvin Ubaldo Discusses Simple and Effective Financial Planning for Everyone

Today, managing your money wisely is more important than ever. Financial coach Alvin Ubaldo is reminding Filipinos that financial planning doesn’t have to be complicated or overwhelming. His approach is simple: focus on the basics, stay consistent, and start with what you have. Ubaldo, who has been working with individuals and families across different income levels, believes that anyone—regardless of income—can build a solid financial future with a few key habits. Know Where Your Money Goes “Before you even talk about savings or investments, you need to know where your money is going,” Ubaldo said during a financial wellness seminar in Quezon City last week. He encourages people to track their expenses for at least a month. Whether it’s through a mobile app, a spreadsheet, or a notebook, tracking helps people see how much they actually spend on food, bills, transportation, online shopping, and other daily items. “Many people are surprised when they see how much goes to things t...