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The free Money Basics Workbook

An evening with your pay stub, bank app and free credit reports, and a clear picture of where you stand.

Download the free PDF

US Letter, print-friendly. Free, and no email or account required.

What's inside

Pay stub decoder
What each line means and what to check.
First budget
Needs, wants and savings from your net pay.
Account check
Fees, minimums and overdraft settings.
Credit report review
What to look for in each of your three reports.
Three goals
Short, medium and long term.

General educational information, not financial advice.