- Identify the wages you need to earn to be self-sufficient
- Develop a budget that covers your basic expenses
- Learn about resources that may help lower expenses
- Test different career and living options
- Find out if the career options you're exploring will help you achieve financial independence
- Make a financial plan to reach your career goals
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Washington residents are encouraged to use
Self Sufficiency Calculator.
Adapted for use by Worksystems, Inc., a WorkSource Oregon partner, with the permission of
the Workforce Development Council of Seattle King County.