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Mar 2024
20m 53s

Satisfaction Is Greater Than Happiness: ...

SAM DOGEN: FINANCIAL SAMURAI FOUNDER, PERSONAL FINANCE BLOGGER
About this episode

In this episode, I talk to my wife about what it's nice to own the nicest home we can afford five months after moving in. Although I am no happier, I do feel more satisfied. 

Related post: Climbed To The Top Of The Property Ladder 

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