Jill Schlesinger is one of the top business analysts in the country and she is sharing some tips for how to get your personal finances in order in 2019. She recently shared some important thoughts with NPR's Here & Now.

"I think that most people are probably not particularly in the mood to look at their money situation with a week to go in the year, but I would suggest to you that this is the best time to do it. There is a reflection about what was, but there is also an opportunity to look ahead and think about what your financial situation is going to look like in 2019 and how you might want to prepare for it."

Schlesinger said that new tax laws are making that evaluation process a little more difficult this year. She talked about how standard deductions make things easier and that itemized deductions could be limited depending on your state and local taxes. Another major subject Schlesinger addressed is making sure you evenly balance your investments across all categories. Also, she made sure to check what opportunities you have to earn interest on checking and savings accounts. Schlesinger makes weekly appearances on NPR in addition to her role as an analyst for CBS News. She is also a writer for Money Magazine and has a nationally-syndicated column, Jill on Money. In addition to print, Schlesinger's thoughts can also be heard via her syndicated radio show, Jill on Money, and the Better Off Podcast. She also works for the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. as a Senior CFP Board Ambassador. Schlesinger's was involved with an independent investment advisory as co-owner and Chief Investment Officer for 14 years. She began her career as an options trader for the Commodities Exchange of New York. Our celebrity speakers bureau has successfully aligned talent like Jill Schlesinger with companies needing a guest speaker for conventions, conferences, trade shows, graduations, store grand opening, product launches and much more. >>Inquire About Jill Schlesinger's Availability