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Cut that complicated crap. It’s all about the basics.
2 – Spend less than you earn, so you’re in a permanent state of excess.
3 – Avoid lifestyle inflation and comparing yourselves to others. Remember, things can never make you happy. Be grateful for what you have.
4 – Consistently increase your income. If you avoid lifestyle inflation and consistently increase your income, you will position yourself to build wealth.
5 – If you don’t understand a concept, self-educate so you can do better. Take time to invest in knowledge until you understand concepts. Learn quickly so you can take advantage of opportunities. But also know you don’t have to master a concept to enjoy the benefits. I’m not a master of investing, but I still take advantage of it to build wealth.
25 Extreme Personal Finance Tips
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