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If you're 25-34, now is a great time to save. So why aren't you doing it?

IF YOU'RE 25-34, NOW'S A GREAT TIME TO SAVE. SO WHY AREN'T YOU DOING IT? WE'RE ALL ABOUT SAVING. IN THEORY. There are lots of reasons to putting money away: For retirement, for personal goals, for the unexpected, for th chance to stop worrying about finances so much. For many of us, though, the task seems overwhelming. Here's a look at some easy ways to get started-and to put ourselves in better financial shape in the future. Desirability Affordability BESIDES, LOOK WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU START NOW. Keeping in touch The latest and greatest $119.57/mo' Most likely New Year's Resolutions among 25- to 34-year-olds Saving activity among 25- to 34-year-olds in 2010 For 7 out of 10 people aged 25-34, a smartphone with a data plan is a must-have. But maybe that necessity doesn't need to Free phone with 2-year contract $6.24/mo? Save $25 /wk $50 /wk $100 /wk Basic phone with limited features cost so much. $39.99/mo Watching the tube The smorgasbord, with DVR and all $199.99/mo 79% of us subscribe to cable/ AND IT'S POSSIBLE. IN REALITY. satellite TV. And there's probably no chance of prying the remote Basic cable $29.00/mo from our hands. But do we have the optimal arrangements for our lives and budgets? Streaming web service only $7.99/mo %24 Maybe you actually can have everything. Just not at the same time. By balancing splurges and keeping the big picture in mind, it's possible to get on track toward a future that's financially secure (and relatively freak-out-free). Setting the table Dining out In 5 years $6,302 $12,064 $25,208 More than half of us dine out or get take-out at least 3 times a week. How much would it help Grabbing take-out In 10 years $13,238 $26,477 $52,955 our bank accounts if we could In 30 years $48,708 $97,416 $194,833 scale that back? Cooking at home Making smart trade-offs in the right categories helps you set aside more cash for the future. And by starting now, you get the added benefit of knowing you're getting your finances in order. Peace of mind? You can't put a price on that. Get more free tips and advice at feedthepig.org. 1 Average of 4 largest carriers Tackling debt 2 Average of 4 largest carriers, with ~475 minutes, -250 messages and -175MB of data 3 Average of 4 largest carriers, with ~475 minutes, no message or data plan 4 Comprehensive plan from a leading service provider, including 200+ channels, multi-room DVR and 25Mbps internet and voice Representative plan from a leading service provider 6 Unlimited streaming plan from a leading provider (Assuming you already have internet service and a streaming device) 7 Savings return based on 2% interest rate Ad Slightly more than half of Americans carried a balance and were charged interest on a credit card in the past year, which is decidedly non-affordable and non-fun. Paying more than the minimum each month-and remembering that using credit doesn't make a splurge any more affordable-is a clear path to getting yourself back in shape. Council AICPA Feed the Pig.org ©2012 American Institute of Certified Public Accountants 62% Save more money 44% Lose weight Spend more time 35% with friends Volunteer 23% for charity Saved 20+% Socked away 6-9% 24% of their income 32% Set aside a measly 1-5% 40% Saved nothing at all S... IF YOU'RE 25-34, NOW'S A GREAT TIME TO SAVE. SO WHY AREN'T YOU DOING IT? WE'RE ALL ABOUT SAVING. IN THEORY. There are lots of reasons to putting money away: For retirement, for personal goals, for the unexpected, for th chance to stop worrying about finances so much. For many of us, though, the task seems overwhelming. Here's a look at some easy ways to get started-and to put ourselves in better financial shape in the future. Desirability Affordability BESIDES, LOOK WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU START NOW. Keeping in touch The latest and greatest $119.57/mo' Most likely New Year's Resolutions among 25- to 34-year-olds Saving activity among 25- to 34-year-olds in 2010 For 7 out of 10 people aged 25-34, a smartphone with a data plan is a must-have. But maybe that necessity doesn't need to Free phone with 2-year contract $6.24/mo? Save $25 /wk $50 /wk $100 /wk Basic phone with limited features cost so much. $39.99/mo Watching the tube The smorgasbord, with DVR and all $199.99/mo 79% of us subscribe to cable/ AND IT'S POSSIBLE. IN REALITY. satellite TV. And there's probably no chance of prying the remote Basic cable $29.00/mo from our hands. But do we have the optimal arrangements for our lives and budgets? Streaming web service only $7.99/mo %24 Maybe you actually can have everything. Just not at the same time. By balancing splurges and keeping the big picture in mind, it's possible to get on track toward a future that's financially secure (and relatively freak-out-free). Setting the table Dining out In 5 years $6,302 $12,064 $25,208 More than half of us dine out or get take-out at least 3 times a week. How much would it help Grabbing take-out In 10 years $13,238 $26,477 $52,955 our bank accounts if we could In 30 years $48,708 $97,416 $194,833 scale that back? Cooking at home Making smart trade-offs in the right categories helps you set aside more cash for the future. And by starting now, you get the added benefit of knowing you're getting your finances in order. Peace of mind? You can't put a price on that. Get more free tips and advice at feedthepig.org. 1 Average of 4 largest carriers Tackling debt 2 Average of 4 largest carriers, with ~475 minutes, -250 messages and -175MB of data 3 Average of 4 largest carriers, with ~475 minutes, no message or data plan 4 Comprehensive plan from a leading service provider, including 200+ channels, multi-room DVR and 25Mbps internet and voice Representative plan from a leading service provider 6 Unlimited streaming plan from a leading provider (Assuming you already have internet service and a streaming device) 7 Savings return based on 2% interest rate Ad Slightly more than half of Americans carried a balance and were charged interest on a credit card in the past year, which is decidedly non-affordable and non-fun. Paying more than the minimum each month-and remembering that using credit doesn't make a splurge any more affordable-is a clear path to getting yourself back in shape. Council AICPA Feed the Pig.org ©2012 American Institute of Certified Public Accountants 62% Save more money 44% Lose weight Spend more time 35% with friends Volunteer 23% for charity Saved 20+% Socked away 6-9% 24% of their income 32% Set aside a measly 1-5% 40% Saved nothing at all S... IF YOU'RE 25-34, NOW'S A GREAT TIME TO SAVE. SO WHY AREN'T YOU DOING IT? WE'RE ALL ABOUT SAVING. IN THEORY. There are lots of reasons to putting money away: For retirement, for personal goals, for the unexpected, for th chance to stop worrying about finances so much. For many of us, though, the task seems overwhelming. Here's a look at some easy ways to get started-and to put ourselves in better financial shape in the future. Desirability Affordability BESIDES, LOOK WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU START NOW. Keeping in touch The latest and greatest $119.57/mo' Most likely New Year's Resolutions among 25- to 34-year-olds Saving activity among 25- to 34-year-olds in 2010 For 7 out of 10 people aged 25-34, a smartphone with a data plan is a must-have. But maybe that necessity doesn't need to Free phone with 2-year contract $6.24/mo? Save $25 /wk $50 /wk $100 /wk Basic phone with limited features cost so much. $39.99/mo Watching the tube The smorgasbord, with DVR and all $199.99/mo 79% of us subscribe to cable/ AND IT'S POSSIBLE. IN REALITY. satellite TV. And there's probably no chance of prying the remote Basic cable $29.00/mo from our hands. But do we have the optimal arrangements for our lives and budgets? Streaming web service only $7.99/mo %24 Maybe you actually can have everything. Just not at the same time. By balancing splurges and keeping the big picture in mind, it's possible to get on track toward a future that's financially secure (and relatively freak-out-free). Setting the table Dining out In 5 years $6,302 $12,064 $25,208 More than half of us dine out or get take-out at least 3 times a week. How much would it help Grabbing take-out In 10 years $13,238 $26,477 $52,955 our bank accounts if we could In 30 years $48,708 $97,416 $194,833 scale that back? Cooking at home Making smart trade-offs in the right categories helps you set aside more cash for the future. And by starting now, you get the added benefit of knowing you're getting your finances in order. Peace of mind? You can't put a price on that. Get more free tips and advice at feedthepig.org. 1 Average of 4 largest carriers Tackling debt 2 Average of 4 largest carriers, with ~475 minutes, -250 messages and -175MB of data 3 Average of 4 largest carriers, with ~475 minutes, no message or data plan 4 Comprehensive plan from a leading service provider, including 200+ channels, multi-room DVR and 25Mbps internet and voice Representative plan from a leading service provider 6 Unlimited streaming plan from a leading provider (Assuming you already have internet service and a streaming device) 7 Savings return based on 2% interest rate Ad Slightly more than half of Americans carried a balance and were charged interest on a credit card in the past year, which is decidedly non-affordable and non-fun. Paying more than the minimum each month-and remembering that using credit doesn't make a splurge any more affordable-is a clear path to getting yourself back in shape. Council AICPA Feed the Pig.org ©2012 American Institute of Certified Public Accountants 62% Save more money 44% Lose weight Spend more time 35% with friends Volunteer 23% for charity Saved 20+% Socked away 6-9% 24% of their income 32% Set aside a measly 1-5% 40% Saved nothing at all S... IF YOU'RE 25-34, NOW'S A GREAT TIME TO SAVE. SO WHY AREN'T YOU DOING IT? WE'RE ALL ABOUT SAVING. IN THEORY. There are lots of reasons to putting money away: For retirement, for personal goals, for the unexpected, for th chance to stop worrying about finances so much. For many of us, though, the task seems overwhelming. Here's a look at some easy ways to get started-and to put ourselves in better financial shape in the future. Desirability Affordability BESIDES, LOOK WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU START NOW. Keeping in touch The latest and greatest $119.57/mo' Most likely New Year's Resolutions among 25- to 34-year-olds Saving activity among 25- to 34-year-olds in 2010 For 7 out of 10 people aged 25-34, a smartphone with a data plan is a must-have. But maybe that necessity doesn't need to Free phone with 2-year contract $6.24/mo? Save $25 /wk $50 /wk $100 /wk Basic phone with limited features cost so much. $39.99/mo Watching the tube The smorgasbord, with DVR and all $199.99/mo 79% of us subscribe to cable/ AND IT'S POSSIBLE. IN REALITY. satellite TV. And there's probably no chance of prying the remote Basic cable $29.00/mo from our hands. But do we have the optimal arrangements for our lives and budgets? Streaming web service only $7.99/mo %24 Maybe you actually can have everything. Just not at the same time. By balancing splurges and keeping the big picture in mind, it's possible to get on track toward a future that's financially secure (and relatively freak-out-free). Setting the table Dining out In 5 years $6,302 $12,064 $25,208 More than half of us dine out or get take-out at least 3 times a week. How much would it help Grabbing take-out In 10 years $13,238 $26,477 $52,955 our bank accounts if we could In 30 years $48,708 $97,416 $194,833 scale that back? Cooking at home Making smart trade-offs in the right categories helps you set aside more cash for the future. And by starting now, you get the added benefit of knowing you're getting your finances in order. Peace of mind? You can't put a price on that. Get more free tips and advice at feedthepig.org. 1 Average of 4 largest carriers Tackling debt 2 Average of 4 largest carriers, with ~475 minutes, -250 messages and -175MB of data 3 Average of 4 largest carriers, with ~475 minutes, no message or data plan 4 Comprehensive plan from a leading service provider, including 200+ channels, multi-room DVR and 25Mbps internet and voice Representative plan from a leading service provider 6 Unlimited streaming plan from a leading provider (Assuming you already have internet service and a streaming device) 7 Savings return based on 2% interest rate Ad Slightly more than half of Americans carried a balance and were charged interest on a credit card in the past year, which is decidedly non-affordable and non-fun. Paying more than the minimum each month-and remembering that using credit doesn't make a splurge any more affordable-is a clear path to getting yourself back in shape. Council AICPA Feed the Pig.org ©2012 American Institute of Certified Public Accountants 62% Save more money 44% Lose weight Spend more time 35% with friends Volunteer 23% for charity Saved 20+% Socked away 6-9% 24% of their income 32% Set aside a measly 1-5% 40% Saved nothing at all S... IF YOU'RE 25-34, NOW'S A GREAT TIME TO SAVE. SO WHY AREN'T YOU DOING IT? WE'RE ALL ABOUT SAVING. IN THEORY. There are lots of reasons to putting money away: For retirement, for personal goals, for the unexpected, for th chance to stop worrying about finances so much. For many of us, though, the task seems overwhelming. Here's a look at some easy ways to get started-and to put ourselves in better financial shape in the future. Desirability Affordability BESIDES, LOOK WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU START NOW. Keeping in touch The latest and greatest $119.57/mo' Most likely New Year's Resolutions among 25- to 34-year-olds Saving activity among 25- to 34-year-olds in 2010 For 7 out of 10 people aged 25-34, a smartphone with a data plan is a must-have. But maybe that necessity doesn't need to Free phone with 2-year contract $6.24/mo? Save $25 /wk $50 /wk $100 /wk Basic phone with limited features cost so much. $39.99/mo Watching the tube The smorgasbord, with DVR and all $199.99/mo 79% of us subscribe to cable/ AND IT'S POSSIBLE. IN REALITY. satellite TV. And there's probably no chance of prying the remote Basic cable $29.00/mo from our hands. But do we have the optimal arrangements for our lives and budgets? Streaming web service only $7.99/mo %24 Maybe you actually can have everything. Just not at the same time. By balancing splurges and keeping the big picture in mind, it's possible to get on track toward a future that's financially secure (and relatively freak-out-free). Setting the table Dining out In 5 years $6,302 $12,064 $25,208 More than half of us dine out or get take-out at least 3 times a week. How much would it help Grabbing take-out In 10 years $13,238 $26,477 $52,955 our bank accounts if we could In 30 years $48,708 $97,416 $194,833 scale that back? Cooking at home Making smart trade-offs in the right categories helps you set aside more cash for the future. And by starting now, you get the added benefit of knowing you're getting your finances in order. Peace of mind? You can't put a price on that. Get more free tips and advice at feedthepig.org. 1 Average of 4 largest carriers Tackling debt 2 Average of 4 largest carriers, with ~475 minutes, -250 messages and -175MB of data 3 Average of 4 largest carriers, with ~475 minutes, no message or data plan 4 Comprehensive plan from a leading service provider, including 200+ channels, multi-room DVR and 25Mbps internet and voice Representative plan from a leading service provider 6 Unlimited streaming plan from a leading provider (Assuming you already have internet service and a streaming device) 7 Savings return based on 2% interest rate Ad Slightly more than half of Americans carried a balance and were charged interest on a credit card in the past year, which is decidedly non-affordable and non-fun. Paying more than the minimum each month-and remembering that using credit doesn't make a splurge any more affordable-is a clear path to getting yourself back in shape. Council AICPA Feed the Pig.org ©2012 American Institute of Certified Public Accountants 62% Save more money 44% Lose weight Spend more time 35% with friends Volunteer 23% for charity Saved 20+% Socked away 6-9% 24% of their income 32% Set aside a measly 1-5% 40% Saved nothing at all S... IF YOU'RE 25-34, NOW'S A GREAT TIME TO SAVE. SO WHY AREN'T YOU DOING IT? WE'RE ALL ABOUT SAVING. IN THEORY. There are lots of reasons to putting money away: For retirement, for personal goals, for the unexpected, for th chance to stop worrying about finances so much. For many of us, though, the task seems overwhelming. Here's a look at some easy ways to get started-and to put ourselves in better financial shape in the future. Desirability Affordability BESIDES, LOOK WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU START NOW. Keeping in touch The latest and greatest $119.57/mo' Most likely New Year's Resolutions among 25- to 34-year-olds Saving activity among 25- to 34-year-olds in 2010 For 7 out of 10 people aged 25-34, a smartphone with a data plan is a must-have. But maybe that necessity doesn't need to Free phone with 2-year contract $6.24/mo? Save $25 /wk $50 /wk $100 /wk Basic phone with limited features cost so much. $39.99/mo Watching the tube The smorgasbord, with DVR and all $199.99/mo 79% of us subscribe to cable/ AND IT'S POSSIBLE. IN REALITY. satellite TV. And there's probably no chance of prying the remote Basic cable $29.00/mo from our hands. But do we have the optimal arrangements for our lives and budgets? Streaming web service only $7.99/mo %24 Maybe you actually can have everything. Just not at the same time. By balancing splurges and keeping the big picture in mind, it's possible to get on track toward a future that's financially secure (and relatively freak-out-free). Setting the table Dining out In 5 years $6,302 $12,064 $25,208 More than half of us dine out or get take-out at least 3 times a week. How much would it help Grabbing take-out In 10 years $13,238 $26,477 $52,955 our bank accounts if we could In 30 years $48,708 $97,416 $194,833 scale that back? Cooking at home Making smart trade-offs in the right categories helps you set aside more cash for the future. And by starting now, you get the added benefit of knowing you're getting your finances in order. Peace of mind? You can't put a price on that. Get more free tips and advice at feedthepig.org. 1 Average of 4 largest carriers Tackling debt 2 Average of 4 largest carriers, with ~475 minutes, -250 messages and -175MB of data 3 Average of 4 largest carriers, with ~475 minutes, no message or data plan 4 Comprehensive plan from a leading service provider, including 200+ channels, multi-room DVR and 25Mbps internet and voice Representative plan from a leading service provider 6 Unlimited streaming plan from a leading provider (Assuming you already have internet service and a streaming device) 7 Savings return based on 2% interest rate Ad Slightly more than half of Americans carried a balance and were charged interest on a credit card in the past year, which is decidedly non-affordable and non-fun. Paying more than the minimum each month-and remembering that using credit doesn't make a splurge any more affordable-is a clear path to getting yourself back in shape. Council AICPA Feed the Pig.org ©2012 American Institute of Certified Public Accountants 62% Save more money 44% Lose weight Spend more time 35% with friends Volunteer 23% for charity Saved 20+% Socked away 6-9% 24% of their income 32% Set aside a measly 1-5% 40% Saved nothing at all S...

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