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David Carlson

David Carlson

David Carlson is the founder of Young Adult Money. He is a nationally recognized speaker and the author of Student Loan Solution (2019) and Hustle Away Debt (2016). His opinions have been featured on such media outlets as The New York Times, The Washington Post, Cheddar, NBC's KARE11, and more.
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5 Ways Millennials Can Build Their Personal Brand

5 Ways Millennials Can Build Their Personal Brand

“Personal Brand” is a phrase that gets thrown around a lot, especially when it comes to millennials. But how do you actually build a personal brand? And how do you make sure you aren’t just wasting your time? These are two really important questions for people to answer, and while each situation is different there […]

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Here are 4 Steps of the Financial Ladder, Where Do You Stand?

There’s an old adage that goes “failing to plan is actually the same as planning to fail” and I have observed that this saying is particularly true in the area of finances. You can’t afford to trust fate, chance, luck, or happenstance with your finances because you’ll most likely end up in a messy financial […]

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How to get a Free Weekend Getaway

How to get a Free Weekend Getaway

A weekend getaway can be a great way to step away from the fast pace of life. Whether your ideal getaway includes secluding yourself in a cabin in the woods, laying in the Sun on a beach, or exploring a city you’ve never been to, a weekend getaway can give you a quick reprise from […]

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Optimizing Your Personal Technology Budget

Responsible purchasing of technology frequently requires making it a priority in one’s budget. Otherwise, the expense of purchasing the latest gadget can quickly overwhelm necessities. Whether you are interested in the latest gaming technology, virtual reality, or ensuring you have the most functional smartphone, there are several steps you can easily take to make your […]

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3 Ways Millennials are Financially Subsidizing Older Generations

3 Ways Millennials are Financially Subsidizing Older Generations

I was watching a morning show recently where the topic of discussion was millennials and their lack of retirement savings. While most of the panel seemed to have neutral views on millennials themselves, one member of the panel tore into millennials. They cited millennials lack of work ethic and their need for instant gratification. This […]

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How Manufacturing Startups Manage Increasing Cost, Risk and Challenges

In the world of manufacturing, delays can sink a business. Manufacturing businesses are defined by their ability to maintain an effective supply chain that fulfills and delivers orders on time. Even though some of those aspects are outside the manufacturer’s hands, they are still responsible for the outcome. In addition, everything costs more while customers […]

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What Credit Card Subcategory Do You Fit Into?

Like so many other products, consumers have a lot of options when it comes to credit cards. It seems like every time I check the mail or visit a website there’s a new offer with enticing benefits. Picking the right type of credit card is an important decision that can affect the overall value and […]

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Who Should and Shouldn’t Start a Side Hustle?

Who Should and Shouldn’t Start a Side Hustle?

Despite having written an entire book about starting a side hustle, I don’t think that side hustles are for everyone. That doesn’t mean I’m not a huge advocate of side hustles, but I do think that some people should start a side hustle and some shouldn’t. Because side hustles take up one of the most […]

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How to Find Money in Your Budget

How to Find Money in Your Budget

You’ve probably heard time and time again: the key to successful money management is budgeting. I tend to think that even just tracking your expenses alone can make a huge impact on your ability to manage your finances. But the question this begs is “then what?” What are you supposed to do after you’ve started […]

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How to Make Extra Money Entering Giveaways

How to Make Extra Money Entering Giveaways

Are you looking for a side hustle that allows you to make extra money with minimal energy, that can be done from the comfort of your home, and that you can start and stop whenever you want with no repercussions? Allow me to present you with this idea: entering giveaways. In the past my wife […]

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