Carla Fried: Financial success in your 20s: car, vacation, emergency fund

Car, vacation, emergency fund are high on young adults’ list

For people in their early 20s, top financial priorities are getting a vacation, building an emergency fund and owning a car, according to a recent survey by consumer research firm Hearts & Wallets.

All three can be a financial landmine or, done right, help build a solid financial future.

Vacations are smart and necessary

Studies show people who take time off are more likely to land a raise and to avoid career burnout. But a restorative break from work – and a chance to enjoy friends and family – doesn’t have to put you in debt.

A survey by

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