Ten financial habits I wish I adopted when I started working

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  1. Save and invest consistently: Start by creating a budget and setting aside a portion of your income each month for savings and investment.
  2. Increase your income: Look for opportunities to earn more money, whether through a side hustle, asking for a raise, or advancing your career.
  3. Educate yourself about personal finance and investing: Learn about different investment options and make informed decisions about how to grow your wealth.
  4. Avoid lifestyle inflation: As you earn more, resist the urge to increase your spending accordingly and instead, maintain a frugal lifestyle and reinvest the extra income into savings and investments.
  5. Take advantage of government savings schemes: Make additional contributions to the supplemental pension or retirement scheme to ensure their welfare upon retirement.
  6. Diversify your investments: Consider investing in real estate, bonds, or other assets in addition to stocks.
  7. Minimize expenses: Find ways to reduce your monthly expenses, such as cutting back on luxury items, negotiating bills, and finding discounts.
  8. Take advantage of employer benefits: If your employer offers a retirement savings plan, such as the Contributory Pension Scheme, make sure to participate and contribute as much as you can.
  9. Build an emergency fund: Having a reserve of cash can help you weather financial storms and avoid going into debt.
  10. Seek professional advice: Consider working with a financial advisor to create a customized plan for building your net worth and achieving your long-term financial goals.

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