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Tips for New Players

Get a job immediately — Jobs section — any state job works with no education needed.
Keep food and an outfit stocked at all times to avoid Health/Happiness penalties.
Get State Housing early ($750/year) for a solid +50 Energy recovery.
Study the High School Diploma first — it's the cheapest, fastest way to raise your wage multiplier.
Build up savings before spending big — a $20,000–$30,000 cushion protects you from a bad year.
Buy your first lot ($1,000), build an Industry, and found a company once you have capital.
Join a party early — it's free, and voting unlocks Political missions even before you run for office.
Secure an heir well before old age — a dynasty with no successor loses everything.
Watch your Health as you age; the death-probability curve gets steep fast past 50.