When you first enter the real world, it can be scary. For all you learned in high school or college, many of us are left feeling unprepared for the responsibilities that come with setting out on your own. This can be particularly true when it comes to managing your finances.

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It's important to know what you want to accomplish with your investments before you actually invest. Learn how to set your financial goals, get a handle on your cash flow, control spending, manage debt, and get on the path to saving and investing.

Many people tend not to focus much on their finances until a major life event occurs. In the case of new parents, that often is the birth of their first child, which can spark conversations about wills and 529 college savings plans.

According to the latest report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, a middle class family with a child born in 2015 can expect to pay $233,610 ($284,570 adjusted for projected inflation) for food, housing, childcare, education and other child-rearing expenses, between the child's birth and when they turn 18 years old. And this doesn't factor in the future cost of college.

Whether you're expecting your first child, are the parent of a newborn or are starting to think about conceiving or adopting, it's never too soon to think about getting your financial house in order. Here are five steps to get you started!

If you’re on the job market these days, work opportunities may seem to be few and far between. But don’t lose hope—there are lots of companies that are still actively hiring, starting with these 29 incredible employers. The list includes businesses of all sizes across a number of industries, from media giant USA TODAY NETWORK to the buzzworthy tech startup Superhuman.

Here at The Muse, we think workplace culture is really important—which is why our profiles give you an inside look at companies before you even apply. For example, find out more about Clearlink’s commitment to helping their employees grow in their careers (in fact, they have a team solely dedicated to this initiative). Or read about FINRA’s programs focused on improving work-life balance, such as flexible work arrangements.

Keep scrolling to learn more about these amazing companies and the opportunities that await.

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Financial fraud is real and can be devastating. If you are a victim, you may be coping with the aftermath of a compromised identity, damaged credit and financial loss as well as a range of emotions, including anger, fear and frustration.

You've probably heard them all, right? When you're young, it can often seem annoying or preachy. But when it comes to investing, the value of time is one thing you don't want to disregard.

Young investors may not be able to save large amounts of money, but they have one very important asset on their side: time. If used to its best advantage, time is a powerful wealth-building asset in its own right. Read on to see what a difference time can make

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Most people carry debt in one form or another, and you are probably one of them. Your debts, also called liabilities, can include the mortgage on your home, loans for automobiles or education expenses and, of course, credit card balances. Virtually all of these debts come with an obligation to pay monthly interest on the balance you still owe. As you prepare to invest, take stock of your current debts and try to pay them down. The less money you put towards paying off outstanding debts and interest charges, the more you will have to save and invest for your future. 

If you use a credit card to make purchases, you should know that they have advantages and disadvantages. If you spend within your means and pay off your balance on time—and in full—each month, credit cards can serve as a safe and convenient substitute for cash. And there is the added bonus that they can help you establish and maintain a solid credit history. But if you use them to...

Many people do not know about the credit scoring system—much less their credit score—until they attempt to buy a home, take out a loan to start a business or make a major purchase. A credit score is usually a three-digit number that lenders use to help them decide whether you get a mortgage, a credit card or some other line of credit, and the interest rate you are charged for this credit. The score is a picture of you as a credit risk to the lender at the time of your application. 

Each individual has his or her own credit score. If you're married, both you and your spouse will have an individual score, and if you are co-signers on a loan, both scores will be scrutinized. The riskier you appear to the lender, the less likely you will be to get credit or, if you are approved, the more that credit will cost you. In other words, you will pay more to borrow money.

Scores range from approximately 300 to 850. When it comes to locking...