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Feb 2022
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286: Am I a Bad Mom for Only Saving When...

CHRIS BROWNING
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Parent guilt is a very real thing and can be even worse when you throw in your financial situation. This week I’m joined by Allison Baggerly to discuss a question sent in from a listener who is concerned that the “small” amount of money they are able to save for their child’s future isn’t enough. She wants to know, does this make her a bad mom? Check out Th ... Show More
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