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The 12 Best Low Income Survival Hacks from Folks Who Grew Up Poor

Survival is a skill when you’re poor. With everything costing money you don’t have, people with limited incomes discover helpful hacks to make it to … Read more

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Not So Guilty Pleasures We Shouldn’t Ever Feel Bad About Buying

We work hard for our money, so we should be able to spend however we want. Unfortunately, bills and reality catch up, and we know … Read more

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Buyers Remorse: People Share the Worst Things They’ve Ever Bought

We all get caught up in marketers’ hype. We see the ads and get sold on the idea that if we only had this one … Read more

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These Behaviors Make Everyone Around You Think You’re Bad with Money

We can’t all make great financial decisions all the time. But sometimes, people’s actions are so egregiously bad for their finances that we can’t help … Read more

11 Expensive Purchases that Are Far More Useful than Expected

Frugality is an art. Sometimes, even the most frugal among us splurge on something to enhance their lives. These 11 items cost a lot, but … Read more

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14 Financial Surprises Most People Don’t See Coming

An expense can morph into a nightmare if you don’t properly plan for it. These 14 problems can cause severe impacts on your finances if … Read more

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The Ultimate Guide to Financial Freedom: It’s More Achievable than You Think!

Financial freedom lets you live the life you’ve always wanted. Freed from the shackles of a meaningless job, you get to do whatever you want, … Read more

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17 Ways Stay-at-Home Moms Must Protect Themselves

Many women dream of staying home to raise their children. The dream can become a nightmare when the man they rely on for financial security … Read more

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26 Hidden Costs of Buying a Home To Include in Your Budget

In recent years, median home prices in the US soared to nearly $400,000. However, the upfront cost of buying a house can be misleading. The … Read more

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Non-Negotiable Spending: 12 Luxuries We Will Always Pay For

Although saving money is vital, many people realize there’s a fine line between saving and spending to improve your life. Here are 12 things we’ll … Read more