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Money and Life in Your Forties

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Being out of the work force to raise babies put me behind on the retirement savings front, but I caught up through regular 401k contributions, and additional IRA savings and ended up with more than most people do put aside. Be prepared by setting aside the financial resources you will need. Get healthy. Enjoy your life.

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Meet a Reader | Kim from Iowa

The Frugal Girl

We rented the scaffolding for $50 from Menards so I could finish this massive painting project. I just wanted to get away and I moved my 401K money to the advisor they referred me to. I also smiled when I saw you painting high up in the foyer. My husband is an engineer and we’ve been married for 21 years. ” Ha.

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