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Sep 2024
56m 45s

173. “We spend 113% of what we make—but ...

RAMIT SETHI
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Michelle, 42, Ryan, 43, return for a deep dive into their Conscious Spending Plan. They spend $763 a month on Target, $1,185 a month on Amazon, and $1,230 on groceries—carrying a fixed-costs percentage of 113%. Drastic changes are needed, but Michelle isn’t convinced anything can be done to save their outlook. This episode is brought to you by: Rocket Money ... Show More
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