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)
