My Favorite Financial Tips

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Run your finances like a business.
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Focus on growing your income
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Never max out your credit card.
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Have an emergency fund with at least 12 months of expenses.
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Don’t spend more than you earn.
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Tax yourself on every purchase you make.
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Start saving at least 10% of your income every month.
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Pay yourself first - then spend all the rest.
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Separate wants from needs.
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Don’t invest borrowed money.
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Set Financial goals + reward yourself along the way.
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Investing > Saving
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Diversify your investments.
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Only invest money you are prepared to lose.
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Use debt to buy productive assets.
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Monitor your net worth
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Cash is king in times of turmoil.
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Pay extra towards debt
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Automate your savings
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Save for retirement as soon as. Possible.
• Conclusion

Value money, but more importantly value your time.

*Money buys freedom.
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