Starting your first post-graduation job? Here’s how to organize your finances

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A Morehouse College student lines up before the school commencement, May 19, 2024, in Atlanta. With graduation season over, many college grads are embarking on summer internships or their first full-time jobs.AP Photo/Brynn Anderson, File

With graduation season over, many college grads are embarking on summer internships or their first full-time jobs. Navigating your finances when you start adult life can be challenging, from understanding your health insurance and benefits to managing a budget.

Finding a job is often the first hurdle, so if you’ve accomplished that, take a moment to be proud of yourself.

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