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6 Real-Life Budgeting Tips to Save More Money

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While I’ve been financially frugal my whole life, knowing how to save money is a skill that can be easily taught. I have different credit cards for different rewards, but I only swipe a few of them on a daily basis. This article was published in January 2018 and has been updated. I make an average salary. Well, practice.

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A Millennial’s Guide to Finances: 5 Things to Start Before You Turn 30

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However, important skills like when and how to manage your finances don’t come naturally to many. Drew Parker, creator of The Complete Retirement Planner, encourages young adults to check their credit score each year, aiming for that sweet spot of 720+, where you will receive the best loan, mortgage and credit card rates.

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Tori Dunlap, Founder of Her First 100K is on a Mission to Close the Gender Pay Gap

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In a 2018 study of financial capability, results showed that men, on average, responded to 3.3 Leverage credit to your advantage. People are often shocked to learn I don’t have a debit card. I simply don’t see the need for one when I can use credit cards and earn points and perks for my daily transactions.