Has anyone attended a financial literacy course or workshop? Did you find it to be beneficial?  

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I did an online thing years ago, and it was worth the time. I think there’s always something to be learned even if you know the basics. And when I took it, I definitely needed it. Was not in a great place with finances so every little tip went a long way.

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What are you trying to get out of the workshop? Some of them can be really rudimentary like "how to create a budget" or more intermediate like "how to open and invest in a Roth IRA/what are the differences between traditional vs roth." Are you looking for a class about financial literacy in relation to student loans or something more general.

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Read Bogleheads. Biglaw investor dot com. Keep it simple - budget, stick to it most of the time, and pay off high interest debts ASAP.

I am glad you posted this because I have been looking to do one of these myself and have always wondered how beneficial they really are.

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