What is net worth? How it can be important indicator of your financial well-being

Understanding your net worth can help you evaluate your financial health.
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Net worth is an individual or company's total assets, minus any liabilities or debts.
Net worth is a snapshot of financial health, and evaluated alongside other measures for a fuller picture.
Keeping track of your net worth can help put your debts into perspective and help you plan for the future.
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