This week I did an intervention on Sarah, one of my dearest friends. Sarah has a substance abuse problem -- but not with drugs. Sarah has a problem with self storage.
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This week I did an intervention on Sarah, one of my dearest friends. Sarah has a substance abuse problem -- but not with drugs. Sarah has a problem with self storage.
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Pizza and beer is the standby reward for friends who help you move. Get creative with these other ways to say "thanks for carrying my stuff."
8 Ways to Preserve Your Net Worth in Retirement
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Why Holding Onto Too Much Stuff Is a Burden for Your Loved Ones
Material items will not follow you into the afterlife, so you might as well declutter your home while you're still here.
What Are Secured Credit Cards?
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6 Ways the Government Helps Disaster Victims Recover
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Nice job! Be sure to follow up your promotion or raise with plenty more of what got you here.
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Buy Your Groceries European-Style
Instead of planning a menu in advance, I go to the store and look around to see what looks good. That way, I can get whatever's fresh and cheap.
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The 5 Worst Money Mistakes New Grads Make
You're leaving college and entering the wonderful world of adulthood. This means avoiding the money mishaps that can throw your life off course.