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Eight Things I Learned After Becoming a Millionaire

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Knowing I had the financial backing to live through negative life events (divorce, job loss, catastrophe, etc) removed a level of stress from my life. That is one reason I hold my Grandma Rie’s Money Camp each summer with my grandchildren (our third generation). Having enough money can remove stress from your life.

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Should You Accept Family Money?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Daughters and sons of very wealthy families sometimes want to disown the family wealth in order to prove themselves. Parental pride in ‘my daughter the doctor’ may play a role in their desire to fund at least part of school expenses. Making sure the grandchildren have the desired benefits enhances their peace of mind.

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