Making smart financial decisions is important whether you're a high school student, a recent college graduate, a first-time homeowner or a midlife worker. But learning how to spend, save and invest wisely doesn't have to be intimidating. Being financially literate is a matter of understanding some basic principles that you apply to different decisions in your life, whether it's trimming your spending, stashing savings to buy a home or building funds for your child's education or your own retirement.
This guide will:
- Show what you can expect to spend money on based on your age
- Provide you with strategies for managing your money
- Teach you the basics of navigating life's major expenses