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Starting out.

Check out these quick guides to starting out, making plans and getting ahead.

Money Mindset guides.

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Bust your borrowing myths

Get helpful tips to keep debt simple, smart and stress-free.

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Let’s figure out how you do money

Build real–world financial confidence by starting with what actually matters: how you think about and handle money right now.

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Find your spending style

Take a look at some all too familiar spending traps, discover your spending score, and what that says about the way you spend.

Quick guides.

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Starting your first job

Now that you’re earning, it’s time to think about smart ways to bank (and save).

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Five things to consider before you buy a car

Affordability. Safety. New or used? Ongoing costs. What’s the right car for you?

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Do I need car insurance?

Drive away with answers to your vehicle insurance questions.

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International students

Enjoy your home away from home, with money to pay for studies and living expenses.

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Tools to manage your money

Here are handy tools, links and online resources to help you manage your money.

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