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Related MoneyPedia terms
- SMART GoalsMoney targets that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound, making progress easy to track.
- Net Worth StatementA snapshot listing everything you own and everything you owe, with the difference showing your financial standing.
- Financial AdvisorA professional who helps you plan and manage your money, from budgeting and investing to retirement and taxes.
- Risk ManagementThe practice of identifying financial threats and reducing their impact through insurance, savings, and diversified investments.
- BudgetA plan for the money you already earn — deciding where each dollar goes before it disappears.
- Financial IndependenceThe point where your savings and investments generate enough income to cover your living costs without needing a paycheck.
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