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When did you realize your money situation had changed?

The first time I remember my money situation really changing was when I got my first scholarship check for college. I realized if I could get one scholarship … I could get five … and then 10 … and then, pay my way through undergrad and grad school. That totally changed the way I thought about going to college and money. Other moments ...

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Average Retirement Savings: How 4 people invest for retirement

Knowing average retirement savings for your age can give you a good idea of how you stack up for your ride into the sunset. Check it out below. AGE AVERAGE RETIREMENT SAVINGS 32- to 37-year-olds $31,644 38- to 43-year-olds $67,270 44- to 49-year-olds $81,347 50- to 55-year-olds $124,831 56- to 61-year-olds $163,577 Economic Policy Institute ...

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Real estate investing: The myths, facts, and ways to get started

Real estate investing can be a great way to make a lot of money if you do your research and are prepared to devote a lot of time to your investments. However, it’s also a great way for investors to lose money. I believe that real estate is one of the most overrated investments in America, and very few ...

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The 5 best (and worst) frugal living tips we know

Everyone, I have a confession to make… ...I’ve been WRONG about ultra-frugality this whole time. That’s right. It turns out that ultra-frugal living tips — ones that’ll save you literally DOZENS of dollars every year — are the best solutions to your financial woes. Who do I have to thank for opening my eyes? Why, websites with listicles for ...

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Here are 50 books I recommend

I’m a big reader (I try to read two books a week), so people often come to me for good book recommendations. That’s why I decided to compile a list of 50 books that I absolutely love — and think you will too. I do have one request before you jump in: Follow Ramit’s Book-Buying Rule. If you ...

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How to make money as an artist (with advice from the Savvy Painter)

If you’re an artist or have a few creative-type friends, you probably know someone who embraces the idea of the “starving artist.” This type of artist is someone who’s holding themselves back from actually making money and achieving their dreams because of a preconceived notion of what an artist “should” be. You can spot a self-made starving artist ...