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September 9, 2019

More money can lead to more problems

  • As your income increases, you may give yourself the green light to spend beyond your means.
    • By KELSEY SHEEHY
    NerdWallet

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    When you’re broke, you keep a close eye on every dollar. But that vigilance can fade when you have some cash to spare.

    A few years ago, my best friend said something that really stuck with me. The gist was this: It doesn't matter whether you make $25,000 or $100,000 a year — you'll still feel like you don't have enough money.


     
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