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Oct 2024
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180. "We have $30k in cc debt but insist...

RAMIT SETHI
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Alexis, 55, and Olivia, 54, are working towards their retirement so they can spend more time with their son. On paper, they’re in a good financial position, with a net worth of over $3 million… but they’re spending more than they make every single month. And, there’s a big secret to their wealth that they didn’t realize until this conversation. This episode ... Show More
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