LifeTuner: Financial Peace of Mind for America's Youth
Source: AARP.org | July 2009
LifeTuner Tools
Age To Start Investing
See why it’s never too early and how much you could be making with even a little saved each month.
Are You Maximizing Your 401(k)?
See how much money you could be leaving on the table.
Pay Off Credit Cards
Find out how long it will take to get to a zero balance so you can meet your financial goals.
Cost of Credit
Find out how much that item really costs when you don't pay the balance in full.
LifeTuner is a new expert-backed Web site sponsored by AARP that aims to provide a simple roadmap to help young Americans achieve financial security.
LifeTuner provides a bridge between AARP members and young adults in need of friendly advice by offering a safe community for sharing financial and life experiences.
You Can Help
Encourage the young adults in your life to check out LifeTuner today.
Tell us your personal stories about subjects ranging from what you wished you had done differently to prepare for the future, to lessons learned when buying your first home, to the best career decision you ever made. We'll showcase your stories to the LifeTuner community.
Share your story on LifeTuner. Complete a few easy steps to register, which is required so that you can see comments, responses and engage in online dialogue with the LifeTuner community.
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- Regret Not Taking the Company 401(k) Match
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Lifelong Financial Health
A simple blueprint with eight habits can help get things on track early. Let the young adult(s) in your life know how to begin by following this proven set of habits:
- Get the balance right. Spend less than you earn.
- Give your money a future. Invest, don’t gamble.
- Don’t go out in the world naked. Be sure to cover your assets.
- Share your money values. Get the family on board.
- View all eight LifeTuner habits.
