10 Money Lessons People Would Give To Their 19-Year-Old Selves

Recently, a nineteen-year-old man took to the internet seeking financial advice from men. He explained he was “just starting out” and wanted help with management and investing.

Here is some of their helpful advice.

Learning to cook and eat at home is cheaper, simpler, and a “good option.” A few quick-fix “options in the freezer or pantry for when you don’t want to cook” are still healthier than eating takeout.

Takeout is Way More Expensive Than Eating at Home

Using your budget, you will learn to create and manage your “monthly income goal” by tracking your income, bills, and average spending.

Create A Budget and Spreadsheet

Saving money should become one of the most significant financial habits anyone has learned or been taught. Start by selecting an amount you can afford to save every month.

Develop Good Financial Habits

It is no one’s job but yours to maintain your credit, and someone’s clerical error can lead to issues for you. Please “consider creating a Credit Karma account” because they could be beneficial.

Monitor Your Credit

One user explained how the “hours to dollars” ratio of time spent while gaming could be beneficial as a pastime, especially regarding cheap living for a young homebody with no financial obligations.

Find a Cheap Hobby

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