Use the internet to educate yourself
Know what you want to do with your money (save for retirement, college tuition, start a business, etc.)
Read some financial books.
Subscribe to some financial magazines.
The more time you put into it, the more you will get out of it.
People who do their own financial planning must be willing to stick with it.
Staying focused on a written plan also helps people remain objective in their money management.
Review your plan at least twice a year.