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I spent almost $800 on a gym membership a few years ago. It was the most embarrassing waste of money I ever spent. Going to the gym is great, don’t get me wrong. It's just that most people, like me, have no intention of going regularly. Paying for a … [Read more...] about Unused Gym Memberships Waste Money (And Are A Boon To Gym Owners)
I've been thinking a lot about what it will mean for me to be a homeowner financially and physically as I get older. In a little over two decades, I will be a senior citizen. The average homeowner can pay anywhere between $1,500 to $3,000 a month in … [Read more...] about What Is a Jumbo Reverse Mortgage and Is It Right for You?
I am guilty of it. You are guilty of it. Americans are a spending society. We are a nation of consumers. We buy a lot of things that we just want, don’t need, or have a particular use for. A commentary on modern society? Maybe. Yet, it is also a true … [Read more...] about Are Extended Warranties Worth It? Not Really
