Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20 Page 21 Page 22 Page 23 Page 24 Page 25 Page 26 Page 27 Page 28 Page 29 Page 30 Page 31 Page 32 Page 33 Page 34 Page 35 Page 36 Page 37 Page 38 Page 39 Page 40 Page 41 Page 42 Page 43 Page 44 Page 45 Page 46 Page 47 Page 48 Page 49money TaLKS SnapChat By knowing the lifestyle you want and where you want to live, it will be easier to determine sala- ry needs. Use the cost of living comparison tool at Bankrate.com to see how much you will need to meet your lifestyle goals. $ 7 Career Considerations For more information, visit GAfutures.org How long do I want to stay in school after I graduate from high school? Two years? Four years? Eight years? Different occupations require different levels of education.When considering how long you are willing to stay in school, think about how you will pay for it. The longer you go, the more likely you’ll have to take out loans. So, be a responsible borrower and make sure you have a plan for repayment. TwoYears – Associate Degree Dental Hygienist Early Career Pay $61,300 Construction Manager Early Career Pay $45,100 Electrician Early Career Pay $36,700 FourYears – Bachelor’s Degree Electrical Engineer Early Career Pay $66,500 Accountant Early Career Pay $51,200 High School Teacher Early Career Pay $39,300 Six – EightYears – Master’s and PhDs Chemical Engineer Early Career Pay $72,900 Anesthesiologist (Nurse) Early Career Pay $139,000 Psychologist Early Career Pay $66,100 Source: Payscale.com What kind of car do I want to drive? Your responsibilities don’t end with the purchase of a car. You also have to consider the ongoing costs of insurance and maintenance. Where do I want to live? Your cost of living varies depending on where you choose to call home. Cost of living includes things like rent, groceries, utilities and entertainment. If you make $50,000 a year in Atlanta, below are comparable salaries in other cities: CITY SALARY Manhattan $113,800 Seattle $70,220 St. Louis $46,296 What kind of home do I want – apartment, house or mansion? As you begin your career, do you see yourself in an apartment or buying a house? Or, could you stay with your parents or have a roommate to save money for a few years? Do your research on the benefits of renting vs. buying and how much living space you get for the money. Source: Bankrate.com