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Seven Retirement Lessons Learned

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

When I was preparing to retire, I tried to go part time – but my company wasn’t willing to fill my spot with a part-timer. However, I haven’t learned this lesson too well, as I still have the second plan, which is a 401K. Then the Great Recession hit so I postponed for a few years.

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Carnival of Financial Planning – Money Management Edition #236 – May 11, 2012

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Wayne presents Unexpected Costs of Pet Ownership posted at Young Family Finance , saying, “Pet ownership can be quite expensive. Several weeks ago, I made the decision that it was about time to start looking for a new full time job. If you are considering getting a new pet, make sure to consider these costs.

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