The everyperson’s guide to financial well-being.
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Why should I care?
“I’m doing OK, and money overwhelms me. Why do I need this?”
Real wealth is measured not by money in the bank but by a meaningful life and connection with nature and other beings. And yet, money runs the modern world.
We need it to buy food, to put a roof over our head, and — at least in the United States — to pay for medical care and ensure our future financial security. Money means survival.
How do I start?
Begin where you are.
Start where you are. For most people, the most important first steps are to: (1) ensure you’re spending less than you earn; (2) save enough cash to be able to afford an unexpected expense; and (3) pay down high-interest debt.
After that, move onto learning how to invest, saving for retirement, and saving for lifestyle goals like a home.
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About Money Under 30
Established in 2006 as a personal blog, Money Under 30 is a free, independent website that provides information on learning to manage money well. Though conceptualized as a resource for young adults, most of our coverage is relevant for readers of all ages. Our site boasts over 2,000 articles and, at times, has reached over 1 million monthly readers. The website went through a period of corporate ownership between 2018 and 2023, but is now back in the hands of its founder, David E. Weliver. David began his career as a journalist at a now-defunct personal finance magazine once published by Dow Jones & Co. He has been researching personal finance for almost 20 years since.
As seen in The Washington Post, The New York Times, U.S. News & World Report, and many other publications as a reliable source of money know-how for anyone beginning (or beginning anew) to learn about money.