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Life Stages

Different life stages call for different money goals. Where do you fit in? Getting Started If you are early in your career, it is a perfect time to build a strong financial foundation. Good money goals are: 1. Pay down all your debt. 2. Establish an emergency fund and tuck it away tight. 3. Start up a savings account for longer term goals and larger purchases so you can avoid adding to your debt. 4. Invest in your retirement funds. Shoot for a target of 15% of your income, as early in your life you tend to have less financial … Continue reading →

Your Money Personality

Each of us is different. The jobs we have chosen, where we live, who we are friends with, all say something about our personality. These character traits also define how we approach money. Managing money is easier for some than others. As a necessity though, we all do need to learn to best manage our money to be financially successful and plan for a stable future. Luckily, there are many different approaches to money and hopefully you can find one that works best for you. The key component to a successful money management system is to find a process that … Continue reading →