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  • April 17, 2023
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Your 20s and 30s are a crucial time to build a solid financial foundation for your future. However, many people make common money mistakes that can derail their progress and jeopardize their goals. Here are some of the top money mistakes to avoid in your 20s and 30s, and how to fix them.

1. Not having a budget. 

A budget is a tool that helps you track your income and expenses, and plan for your savings and investments. Without a budget, you may overspend on things you don’t need, or miss out on opportunities to grow your wealth. To create a budget, start by listing all your sources of income and fixed expenses, such as rent, utilities, insurance, etc. Then, allocate a portion of your income to variable expenses, such as food, entertainment, clothing, etc. Finally, set aside some money for savings and investments, preferably at least 10% of your income. Review your budget regularly and adjust it as needed.

2. Not saving for emergencies. 

An emergency fund is a stash of cash that you can use to cover unexpected expenses or income loss, such as medical bills, car repairs, or job loss. Having an emergency fund can help you avoid going into debt or dipping into your long-term savings when something goes wrong. Ideally, you should have at least three to six months’ worth of living expenses in your emergency fund. To build your emergency fund, start by saving a small amount every month, such as $50 or $100. You can also use windfalls, such as tax refunds or bonuses, to boost your savings. Keep your emergency fund in a separate account that is easily accessible but not too tempting to spend.

3. Not investing for the long term. 

Investing is one of the best ways to grow your money and achieve your financial goals. However, many people in their 20s and 30s are afraid of investing or don’t know how to start. Some of the common excuses are: “I don’t have enough money to invest”, “I don’t understand how investing works”, or “I don’t want to take any risks”. The truth is, you don’t need a lot of money to start investing, you can learn the basics of investing online or from books or podcasts, and you can choose investments that match your risk tolerance and time horizon. The key is to start as early as possible and invest consistently over time. You can take advantage of compound interest, which is the interest earned on both your principal and the interest accumulated over time. You can also benefit from dollar-cost averaging, which is the strategy of buying a fixed amount of an investment at regular intervals regardless of the price fluctuations. This way, you can lower your average cost per share and reduce the impact of market volatility.

4. Not paying off high-interest debt. 

Debt can be a useful tool to finance your education, buy a home, or start a business. However, not all debt is created equal. High-interest debt, such as credit cards or payday loans, can quickly eat up your income and savings if you don’t pay it off as soon as possible. The longer you carry high-interest debt, the more interest you will pay and the less money you will have for other financial goals. To pay off high-interest debt faster, you can use one of these methods: the debt avalanche method or the debt snowball method. The debt avalanche method involves paying off the debt with the highest interest rate first while making minimum payments on the rest. This way, you can save the most money on interest over time. The debt snowball method involves paying off the debt with the smallest balance first while making minimum payments on the rest. This way, you can gain momentum and motivation as you see your debts disappear one by one.

By avoiding these money mistakes in your 20s and 30s, you can set yourself up for financial success in the long run. Remember that it’s never too late to start making smart money decisions and taking control of your finances.

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Kenyon Ndezi is a recent graduate, writer, creator of vividbay.com, and the owner of Neonbuild.com, which is a company focused on building apps for small businesses and individuals. Follow along and get inspired!

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