money talks

How they make it, spend it & save it

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Milo Ventimiglia won generations of hearts playing fan-favorite characters on shows like This Is Us and Gilmore Girls. With his new partnership with financial services firm Edward Jones, the actor and new dad! tells Us all about the money advice he's learned along the way. These days, he says, it's all about simplicity.

What's the best financial tip you've ever received?

Be responsible. Something my mom would say to me [was], "If you really want something, wait until you just can't stand it any longer." Give it some time. It's OK. You don't have to have this thing right now. That's always been a focal point for me, understanding I don't work a traditional job and I have to make sure I'm being responsible with everything I'm spending.

What was your first job ever?

I was a busboy for my parents' friends' restaurant in Orange County. At the same time, I was working in a warehouse bakery, packing up sweet rolls.