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Why You Should Be Skeptical of Financial “Rules of Thumb”

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The result is that your money will last indefinitely. Your money really can last forever. If you lose your job, or encounter another financial setback, 30% of your income might be too much to handle for a mortgage payment — especially if you have other debt. Money Tips' But What If Things Change?

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Carnival of Personal Finance #316- Family Edition

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Jason Price from One Money Design interviews Chuck Bentley: The Root of Riches Book Interview. Chuck wrote the book to challenge how people think about money.&#. Your City or County May Have Free Money For You. Crystal from Stupid Cents talks 401k Allocation and where to put your money. Thanks for the honesty.

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It Really Does Get Better

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Miss T, in her post “ Remember, Slow and Steady Wins the Race ” states “After failing [to get out of debt] a couple times, I came to the realization that I needed a new plan, one that was attainable and manageable for the long term. I … allowed myself to still enjoy life. Our net worth shot up.

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