A new study examined what financial habits Americans appreciate the most.

Ally Bank conducted the research and discovered that more than half of Americans value strong budgeting skills and well-planned saving strategies above all.

“Money is an important part of planning a future together, and 

Ally Bank offers a wide variety of products and tools when it comes to setting savings and retirement goals,” said an Ally Bank employee.

Paying off debts soon after attaining them is valued by 21%. Bargain hunting is valued by 18% of Americans.

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