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Financial Planning For Your Future: Step One - Renter to Buyer (1/3)

Your parents have cashed in their investment in raising, feeding, clothing and educating you. Why not give them the best return on their investment possible by showing them you were listening.
Smart financial choices start long before you leave the nest.
Understanding your financial present will give you a jump on your future financial security. The decisions you make now, will be the foundation of financial resume. Make it a solid one. Whether you are renting your first apartment, buying your first home or investment property know that your credit and financial history will be speaking on your behalf.
Set a Plan
Financial aid, credit cards, unexpected medical emergencies, and those weekend party purchases can end up costing you far more than you think. Enjoy your youth with an eye to your future. Assume you are not going to win the lottery, get a reality show, you may not be able to "make it up later" and you never know what job market you will be entering at the time you want to rent or buy.

Renting your first apartment can be daunting. The search alone is a full time job. Start planning now. Knowing you have made solid choices ... more

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