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Aug 2024
42m 45s

Money Diaries: Rebuilding After a Friend...

Victoria Devine
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Imagine being blindsided by a friend who left you with their debt and a partner with a secret gambling problem. That’s exactly what happened to this week's Money Diarist. But instead of giving up, she fought back, buying a home on a tight budget, and walking away with a $300k profit. Now, she’s planning her wedding and aiming to be debt-free by 33. Be inspired by this episode’s powerful story of resilience and financial recovery!

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