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The Next Dollar Roadmap Intro
Starting Point: 8 Steps to Creating Your First Budget
Milestone 1: The Uh-Oh Fund
Milestone 2: Take Advantage of Your Employer Match
Milestone 3: Pay Off Toxic Debt
Milestone 4: Fully Funded Emergency Fund
Milestone 5: Save 15%-25% in Tax-Advantaged Retirement Accounts
Milestone 6: Invest For Flexibility
Milestone 7: Prefund Kids’ Education Expenses
Milestone 8: Pay Off Remaining Debt
Milestone 9: Total Financial Independence
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Next Dollar Roadmap
The Next Dollar Roadmap Intro
Starting Point: 8 Steps to Creating Your First Budget
Milestone 1: The Uh-Oh Fund
Milestone 2: Take Advantage of Your Employer Match
Milestone 3: Pay Off Toxic Debt
Milestone 4: Fully Funded Emergency Fund
Milestone 5: Save 15%-25% in Tax-Advantaged Retirement Accounts
Milestone 6: Invest For Flexibility
Milestone 7: Prefund Kids’ Education Expenses
Milestone 8: Pay Off Remaining Debt
Milestone 9: Total Financial Independence
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