10 things airport passengers should stop wasting money on, according to a former flight attendant

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Airports can be pricey places to waste time in.

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We bring our dog along on our work trips. We've had to nearly double our travel budget to do it.

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Paul Salley and Brianna Feehan found Wyoming to be one of the most pet-friendly destinations.

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I spent 2 months renovating my van for $12,500. Here are 10 of my biggest regrets.

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There are plenty of things I know I'll do differently next time.

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I've been a professional hair and makeup artist for years. I swear by these 10 Dollar Tree products.

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I'm always surprised to see some great name-brand products at Dollar Tree.

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Why so many Gen Zers and millennials have 'money dysmorphia' — even if they are financially better off than they realize

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I'm remarried but still have the instincts of a single mom. I always ensure I make enough money to support my son on my own.

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Ashley Archambault and her son smiling and sitting in a booth at a restaurant.
Ashley Archambault was a single mom for seven years before getting remarried.

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I'm a millionaire, but I'm only leaving my kids a small inheritance. I want them to earn their money like I did.

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Payam Zamani arrived in the US with only $75 and is now a multimillionaire.

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I was a single mom and learned how to grocery shop on a budget. I meal-plan on the fly based on sales and still afford occasional treats.

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Ashley Archambault was a single mom for seven years and it taught her how to budget.

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I balance working hard to reach my financial goals and spending time with my son. I never want him to feel neglected.

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Chris Boutté (not pictured) has had to balance working hard and spending time with his son.

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My adult daughter still lives at home with us. She saves money on rent, and we get to see her more — a win-win.

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Young adult woman wearing burnt orange shirt and jeans sitting on a kitchen counter, showing something on her smartphone to her two parents, who are wearing glasses.
Noah Berlatsky (not pictured) says his 20-year-old daughter lives at home with him and his wife to save money, and it works out well for all of them.

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