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APRIL 8, 2024

That keeping up with the Joneses can lead to expenses surpassing income—and the debt that comes with it. The same study from Debt.com found that one in three credit card holders in the U.S. have maxed out their credit cards to cover expenses due to inflation. While the average age in the U.S.

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APRIL 19, 2023

If you’ve ever had to pull out a credit card to deal with a dentist or emergency vet bill, you likely know the pain of wondering how you’ll pay for an unexpected expense. An emergency fund is a safety net of money for unexpected expenses. Having an emergency fund can significantly reduce your money worries.

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JULY 25, 2022

I’m no stranger to setting lofty money goals : At 9 years old I became cognizant of the idea of college—a seemingly far-off milestone that my parents described as “important” and “expensive”—and decided I needed to proactively save money for my college education. Invest in the stock market.

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

NOVEMBER 1, 2012

I believe you can raise a family on an EA salary whether alone or with a significant other. Always buy the most expensive health insurance you can afford. Do a great job and learn to negotiate to a better salary or when you job hunt after you've gained a lot of experience. Still, worth repeating! Do a great job.

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