1027. New graduates can create financial freedom by consistently following a few fundamental money rules. Laura reviews seven tips that can set young adults up for a lifetime of financial success.

Expert advice for navigating life after graduation — for new grads and the people cheering them on. From finances and freelancing to nutrition and knowing when to ask for help, find it all in our "Life After Graduation" playlist on Spotify.

Key takeaways:

• Accepting various types of financial help from family can be part of a new graduate’s launchpad to independence.
• Maintaining a cash cushion in a high-yield savings account should be a top priority for creating financial security. 
• Building your credit scores is an excellent way to get access to credit at lower interest rates and save on various products and services.   
• Keeping debt to a minimum and understanding any student loan repayment options can improve your current and future financial well-being.
• The power of compounding makes it wise to invest sooner rather than later, even if you can only put away small amounts consistently.

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