Self-sufficiency is producing the actual stuff you use--your own food, your own clothes, etc. It's not a common lifestyle. Most people chose instead to follow the path of self-re
A balance transfer can help your finances. Moving your money from a high-rate card to one that has a 0% APR can save you money and help you pay off your debt much faster.
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Self-sufficiency, self-reliance, and freedom
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When to Do a Balance Transfer to Pay Off Credit Card Debt
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