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TEACHING KIDS
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Your Teen's First Car
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Your Teen's First Job
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GOALS AND BUDGETING
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Dream Big, Save Smart: How to Set Money Goals
Who Needs a Budget? Well, Everyone—Even You!
Spending Reality Check: Do You Need It or Just Want It?
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Got Your First Job? Understand Your Paycheck
CREDIT AND DEBT
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Spend Smart: How to Use a Credit Card the Right Way
COLLEGE
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Financial Aid 101: How to Pay for College
INVESTING
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This Cool Investing Feature Is the Key to Reaching Your Goals
How to Invest Like a Boss—As a Teen
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