8 biggest money mistakes to avoid when you’re young

Independent Financial Research
Give yourself a head start in life by avoiding these common financial mistakes and developing good habits. Your 20s and 30s are filled with milestones, such as learning to drive, finding a partner and building the foundations of a career. The decisions you make now can be the difference between financial success or living paycheque to paycheque down the road. Here are eight common financial pitfalls to avoid when you’re young. 1. Not putting aside money for emergencies. If you don’t have ready access to cash, you’re more likely to be forced to take on costly debt if you run into trouble, such as the loss of your job. A good rule of thumb is to have at least 6 months' worth of living expenses in a high-interest online savings account. To find out the other 7 click here: (VIEW LINK)
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