 TITLE: Celebrities, Recent Graduates Weigh in on Personal Finances CONTENT: The Bottom Line\n---------------\nThe common trend among celebrities—which was also apparent among recent college graduates—was the strong desire for independence and \"adult\" jobs and homes.\nAs for what they wish they knew when they left home, most celebrities answered that they wish they had more financial education of some kind, whether it was how to budget, why an emergency fund is important or how to manage multiple bills.\nRegardless of whether you're a recent graduate or far past your college days, it's never a bad time to focus on your personal finances. If you aren't sure where your finances stand and want to understand more about your debt and credit levels, consider enrolling in Experian's free credit monitoring service to see what's in your credit report, get alerts when your credit file changes and get your free credit score powered by Experian data. END