Picture this: you’re 26 years old and have just received the first significant bonus of your blossoming career. You’re trying to figure out how you might spend the money: should you travel or go on a shopping spree? Take in a weekend music festival with friends? On the other hand, you may be thinking about making a dent in the debt you’ve accumulated—or even considering putting a portion away to benefit your financial future. So, who can you turn to for solid financial advice?
According to Fidelity Investments’ first-ever Millennial Money Study, far too many Millennials (aka Gen Y, born 1980-1989) struggle to answer that question. When asked who they trust most for information on money matters, one third (33 percent) of Gen Y-ers identify their parents as the top choice, but almost one in four (23 percent) indicate they trust “no one” when it comes to advice about money, making it the second most common response. (Note: Watch a video of Millennials sharing their fears and tips on handling their finances.)
Millennials, do you really trust no one? Or are you just looking for a trustworthy institution?