My comments will focus on the student college debt impact strangling many students today which impacts their ability to save and invest. I applaud all of the young people interviewed in this article and wish them well. A few points to consider: a college degree over one's lifetime usually offers a higher wage skilled career vs. high school diploma. Attending a Community College and then transferring to a 4 year public college can save a lot of money. Additionally, applying to undergraduate and graduate programs at elite colleges with the largest endowments, can offer better scholarships without a lot of loans as your financial aid package. Lastly, pension jobs are not as plentiful as they used to be. States have not contributed to their pension funds and many will be negotiating possible financial obligations for government workers as the system is unsustainable, therefore do not presume that such jobs will ensure a tidy financial retirement nest egg.Lastly, set up a mutual fund and stick with minimum investments of $25 per month from your paychecks. "Pay yourself 1st." My accountant told me this 40 years ago, and I finally got the message in my old age! Good Luck and God Bless you.

My comments will focus on the student college debt impact strangling many students today which impacts their ability to save and invest. I applaud all of the young people interviewed in this article and wish them well. A few points to consider: a college degree over one's lifetime usually offers a higher wage skilled career vs. high school diploma. Attending a Community College and then transferring to a 4 year public college can save a lot of money. Additionally, applying to undergraduate and graduate programs at elite colleges with the largest endowments, can offer better scholarships without a lot of loans as your financial aid package. Lastly, pension jobs are not as plentiful as they used to be. States have not contributed to their pension funds and many will be negotiating possible financial obligations for government workers as the system is unsustainable, therefore do not presume that such jobs will ensure a tidy financial retirement nest egg.Lastly, set up a mutual fund and stick with minimum investments of $25 per month from your paychecks. "Pay yourself 1st." My accountant told me this 40 years ago, and I finally got the message in my old age! Good Luck and God Bless you.

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