After all the pomp and circumstance is through, graduates still...

After all the pomp and circumstance is through, graduates still have to do their homework for good, solid financial planning. (May 17, 2013) Credit: Getty

After all the pageantry and partying of college graduation, reality sets in. What next? Get off to a good financial start. Here's how.

Take loans seriously: Read all mail and email about your student loans. Set up automatic payments. "If you foresee any problems making payments, be upfront with your lender," says David Flores, group manager for GreenPath in Jericho.

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed is heading 'Out East' to showcase the ultimate local spots you need to explore. Credit: Randee Daddona, Michael A. Rupolo Sr.

Out East Show: Visit The Shamrock evergreen maze, Sannino Vineyard, Seven Ponds Orchard and the Warrior Ranch Foundation NewsdayTV's Doug Geed is heading 'Out East' to showcase the ultimate local spots you need to explore.

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed is heading 'Out East' to showcase the ultimate local spots you need to explore. Credit: Randee Daddona, Michael A. Rupolo Sr.

Out East Show: Visit The Shamrock evergreen maze, Sannino Vineyard, Seven Ponds Orchard and the Warrior Ranch Foundation NewsdayTV's Doug Geed is heading 'Out East' to showcase the ultimate local spots you need to explore.

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