Take our Money Quiz and Check Out our Money Tips

 

 

  

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A quick quiz to compare your money habits
  YES NO
1.  Do you have your money goals on paper?    
2.  Do you save regularly?    
3.  Do you have a personal spending and savings plan?    
4.  Do you pay what you owe promptly?    
5.  Do you think ahead before you buy?    
6.  Do you buy only what you need and will use?    
7.  Do you pay yourself first?    
If you answered YES to 6 or more questions ---- Congratulations!  You are well on your way to financial independence.
     
If you answered NO to 2 or more questions ---- Maybe it is time to get control of your finances by calling Pat.
     
To learn more about any of the questions, contact Pat at 563-583-6496 or patthies@iastate.edu
 

Tips for Gaining Financial Freedom

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1.  Set your financial goals and WRITE them down.  6.  Keep your car until it can no longer be repaired.
2.  Spend less than you earn.  7.  Always shop from a list.
3.  Set aside time to work on managing your money.  8.  Choose friends that are responsible with money.
4.  Save when the chips are up!  9.  Having more education expands your earning potential.
5.  Charge only what you can pay for each month. 10. Money buys financial freedom.

To learn more, contact Pat at 563-583-6496 or patthies@iastate.edu

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 2/24/2005