First job

What to do with your first paycheck.

Build the first system before lifestyle creep decides for you.

1

Understand take-home pay

Look at taxes, deductions, and benefits.

2

Protect essentials

Rent, bills, food, transport, insurance.

3

Start a buffer

Move something to savings immediately.

4

Learn benefits

Check retirement match and health benefits.

Sources and further reading

Verify the fundamentals.

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