Great that you are aware of the need to make a plan. Most 22 y/o aren't that sophisticated, they still think it's fun to keep drinking beer until they vomit! It isn't how much you make...it's how much you keep that is important.
Frankly, if you know where you're going...it's waaa-y easier to get there. I suggest you write yourself a 'road' map with measurable timelines. You'd best include plans for graduate degree and likely post grad for Economics/Math majors. What positions in existence now...do you see yourself seeking?
As a math major, you know $ 15,000. by fall [12/09 - 9/2010] requires $1,500. saved ea. month. I suggest you research all grants, scholarships, PT earning opportunities for undergraduates to avoid the burden of a $75K albatross [debt] before obtaining relevant [training based] employment. Unless you proposed to retain $15K-$25K of student loan sum to invest for 5 plus years...how do you see using the savings mentioned?
Have you explored PT work in the Finance industry - banking, investment counselling, money management, debt management etc?
Last edited by snafu : 11-19-2009 at 07:53 AM.
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