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Why We Left Traditional Health Insurance

Family Balance Sheet

In October 2003, I left a career as a department store buyer with a nice paycheck, paid vacation days, 401k match, profit sharing, and health benefits, to pursue a life of self employment with my husband where all of those things are up to us. And this is when the junk hit the fan. I can’t believe it’s been that long.

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Carnival of Personal Finance #316- Family Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Families are our rock, our support system, and our fans. Crystal from Stupid Cents talks 401k Allocation and where to put your money. Harri Pierce from TotallyMoney discusses How to get your money back when a company goes into administration. Family is there when you need a hand or some advice.