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Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on The Penny Hoarder. Maybe you’d rather forget 2021 — we get it. But before getting too far into 2022, it’s a good idea to take stock of how your finances may have changed during the last 12 months and make any needed adjustments. Here are some areas of your finances to check on so you don’t get any unpleasant surprises this year.