I regret moving to Florida. Living here felt like paradise — until everything changed.

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Cassie Leigh bought a house in Tampa in 2018.

Al Reid

I finally got smarter about my money in my 30s. Here's how I've avoided lifestyle creep.

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Jules Rogers purchased her first home with her spouse in 2022.

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A major banking executive apologized after facing sharp criticism for saying it's not that hard to save up and buy a house

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Sir Howard Davies, chairman of NatWest Group.
Sir Howard Davies, chairman of NatWest Group.

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The year of the renter is upon us

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Joe Raedle

I bought my dream house directly across the street from my best friend. We have a literal eye on each other.

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Jenna Jonaitis, right, and her best friend, Katelyn.

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My mother gave me my $100,000 inheritance early. I struggled to pay my bills before — now I'm set up for life.

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Jillian Pretzel and her mom.

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