<prompt> Human: Ive seen other posts on here with debts and realizing I should never go stupid with this money. I want to make sure every penny is used wisely and well worth spent. Im thinking I should drop 6-8k for a first, solid car. I really want to invest this money because who wouldnt? Read about investing in real estate but not too sure. One thing I will be doing is finding a high interest bank to put this money in until i know what Im gonna do with it. So tell me. If you were my position what would you do?  <response>: The best way to invest 36k at 18 is to use it for college. A degree will pay off in spades for the rest of your life. 