Being a young adult in your early 20s is an exciting chapter likely filled with elements of change and added responsibility. Going from college to the working world, and having a steady paycheck, means financial planning should come to the forefront. For 20-somethings to set themselves up for future success,…
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3 money mistakes college grads make
It’s college graduation season, which means that many young millennials will embark on their journey to full-fledged adulthood. Post-grad life involves many ‘firsts,’ including your first salaried job, first time living on your own, and the first time you face financial responsibility. Upon graduating college, the real fiscal education begins.…
Get schooled: How millennials can take charge of their finances
When it comes to financial literacy, millennials may be missing the mark. According to a 2014 FINRA study, 82 percent of young millennials have lower levels of financial literacy, and less than half of respondents reported saving for retirement. April marks Financial Literacy Month and we are reviewing common themes…