Despite “financial hardships including higher levels of student loan debt, poverty, and unemployment,” older Millennials are feeling good about 2017.

Despite “financial hardships including higher levels of student loan debt, poverty, and unemployment,” older Millennials are feeling good about 2017. According to a New York Life survey, 71% of 30-35-year-olds are expecting to be more financially secure/better prepared for the unexpected this year, while only 52% of 36-52-year-olds and 36% of 52-70-year-olds feel the same. Maturing Millennials also plan to be financially proactive this year: 75% plan to reduce debt, 83% plan to save more, and 73% plan to make long-term goals. (Yahoo Finance)