It helps to get your financial house in order and there are several experts who can help you do that. But, it will be in your interest to act on some bit of planning at your own end; do not leave all your financial matters for others to sort – it’s your life and money. So, never sign on an insurance policy proposal without reading what it is all about. Likewise, do not blindly save money in tax saving instruments without understanding how it will work for you. Here are a few pointers to get started with.