12 Ways to Know You're Financially Stable

Realizing mastery of your finances isn't like getting a college degree -- there's no established set of credits to fulfill. You also don't get a graduation ceremony or monetary gifts from grandparents.

That leaves you evaluating your financial stability subjectively and from several angles. It's not a definitive test, but it is a useful exercise. You'll quickly figure out what you're doing right and where you can improve.

Below are 12 indicators of financial stability. Give them a read to see how you measure up.

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