Money
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Maxed Out Xavier runs up a huge credit card debt after he leaves foster care, but has since been able to get his finances under better control. [read more] |
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| My Countdown To Independence (From the System) Giselle will age out of foster care in three months. She reviews the preparations she’s made during the last year: calculating her expenses, opening a bank account, sticking to a budget. Despite a few lapses, Giselle has $5,000 saved and an apartment when she leaves. [read more] |
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Counting Pennies Writers interview a social work graduate student to find out how she gets by on a small budget by setting financial priorities. [read more] |
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| Keep the Future in Mind: Save Now or Pay When You Age Out! At one time Ralph spent all his money on sneakers, video games, and comic books. Then he learned the importance of preparing to leave the system. He gives tips to foster youth on how to save, budget, and shop wisely, in order to be ready for that rainy day. [read more] |
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