In todays episode, Matthew explains basic finance, including investing, and how to make your money work for you. First suggestion: 1. Start young or as soon as you can! 2. Put money aside for taxes if they aren’t deducted from your paycheck. 3. Have a budget and track everything.  4. Stop renting and start planning to buy so you can get out of the rental treadmill that isn’t going anywhere. 5. Put your finances in order. 6. Have goals. Attainable goals. 7. If you do have a down payment for a home, but not enough for a full cash purchase, get your mortgage commitment and appraisal done quickly, especially on the offer. 8. Know your credit and work on it.  9. Ask questions! Read and here’s some suggested reading.   Suggested Reading The Only Investment Guide You’ll Ever Need by Andrew Tobias