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26 Facts About How to Save and Lose Money

Something for the penny pinchers and the big spenders

26 Facts About How to Save and Lose Money

October 22, 2023

As you’ve probably realized, money comes and goes. Whether you plan to retire one day, or you're down to keep grinding into your 80s, we’ve got the facts and figures to guide your way. From the moment you emerge from your parents’ house like a confused, helpless baby bird — and are immediately attacked by rent, bills and loan repayments — you can either weather the storm, or take shelter back in mom’s basement. Again, whichever path you take, these will help you along the way. Gotta go… Mom made egg salad!

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Buy a front-loading washing machine to save on bills. SAMSUNG In comparison to top-loader washers, front-loading machines use 40 to 75% less water, and between 30 and 85% less electricity. CRACKED.COM — Source

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