Ranking the Worst Things You Can Do With Your Paycheck

Whether you get paid once a month, biweekly or otherwise, there’s nothing quite like the feeling of holding your paycheck in your hand — or seeing the funds deposited into your account. And even if much of your money goes toward monthly bills, it can still be a relief having it on hand.

But no matter how frequently you get paid, or how much you earn, there are certain things you shouldn’t do with your hard-earned money. This includes neglecting your retirement accounts and living beyond your means.

With that in mind, here are the worst things you can do with your paycheck and what you can do instead.

Get to know what Sigita Kotlere, CEO of Nectaro, said here

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