My family of 4 moved to a small town to lower our cost of living. As our lifestyle slowed down, we got closer as a family.

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A family of four hiking in the mountains on a sunny day.
The author and his family (not pictured) moved for a lower cost of living but ended up spending more time together.

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My husband and I spent all the money we were given at our wedding on our dream honeymoon. We have no regrets.

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The author and her husband in front of a boat on a sunny day.
The author and her husband spent the money they were given at their wedding on their honeymoon.

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My husband and I opened a joint bank account years before getting married. Pooling our money made us feel like more of a team.

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The author and her husband in front of a lake in Canada.
The author and her husband opened a joint bank account years before they got married.

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A couple pulled off their dream wedding with 125 guests for under $25,000. From Costco cake to thrifted decor, here's how they did it.

Tech Insider : Business, Style
A bride and groom stand in a room embracing surrounded by windows.
Madeline Sideras and Greg Johnston at their wedding.

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I work so hard to provide a good life for my 4 kids that I hardly ever see them anymore

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Woman working on a laptop at a counter with a man and kids in the background

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We moved to a farm in rural Maine because we thought homesteading would save us money. It didn't.

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Three goats looking through a hole in a fence
The author still keeps goats on her farm, even though she's no longer a homesteader.

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I'm the eldest sibling and feel financial pressure during the holidays. I'm making less money this year and don't want to let my family down.

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Woman sitting at table with Christmas gifts, using calculator to add up budget
The author (not pictured) had to figure out a holiday budget this year.

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Elon Musk bashes Congress' government funding bill

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Elon Musk holding a cup of coffee
Elon Musk said on X that the funding bill shouldn't pass.

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I'm a millionaire and single mom. I'm teaching my daughter the value of money — but she's also taught me I work too much.

Tech Insider : Business, Travel
Sheri Atwood with her daughter Janicya smiling and looking at the camera.
Sheri Atwood prioritized her daughter Janicya's education.

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France's prime minister was ousted after losing a confidence vote — here's what happens now

Tech Insider : Economy, Politics, Economy
Michel Barnier
Michel Barnier on Tuesday at the National Assembly in Paris.

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