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Nov 2022
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We talk a lot about the economy, inflation, the cost of living, debt, credit and saving money. We usually focus on adults, or people in the workforce. But what should young people know about money and finances, even BEFORE leaving school and entering the 'real world'? November is Financial Literacy Month. Jason Hillyard is the CEO of Chartered Professional A ... Show More
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