I moved to Spain from California and bought 2 properties for less than $370,000. The process was shockingly easy compared to owning a home in Oakland.

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May Leong in Valencia, Spain.
After May Leong semi-retired, she moved to Spain from Oakland with her husband.

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6 things you should never do in a job interview — and what to say instead, according to recruiters

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Recruiters share common red flags in interviews and what to say instead to stand out.

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I'm a Swede who used to work with Americans. These are the main differences I saw in our working cultures.

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CEO Sofia Brandt said Sweden's parental leave laws mean dads can play a bigger role in their kids' lives.

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I built a tiny house in my parents' backyard and lived rent-free for 5 years. It helped me save money to see the world — and taught me how to live simply.

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Mckean Matson's tiny home in her parents' backyard.
Mckean Matson built a 350-square-foot tiny home in her parents' backyard.

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I thought having my own office meant I'd 'arrived,' but it was depressing. Here's why open-plan office layouts are best.

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Jennifer Moore said having her own office for the first time was depressing and soul-crushing.

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I'm a Gen Z mom. DINKs showing off their splurging and traveling gave me FOMO, but I don't regret having kids.

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Megan Pagel got married in 2020 and has two children.

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I steered ships like the Dali for 13 years. Entering and leaving a port is extremely challenging — here's what should have been done in Baltimore.

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The remains of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore after it was struck by a container ship on Tuesday.
The remains of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore after it was struck by a container ship on Tuesday.

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I moved to Puerto Rico from New Jersey with my partner. Rent is cheaper, the weather is warmer, and we plan to stay.

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Jarrell Chalmers, left, and Jose Diaz.

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I invested most of my salary for 7 years and had enough to retire at 29. My best tips: start young, take risks and don't settle in expensive cities.

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Daniel George traveling in Iceland.
Daniel George traveling in Iceland.

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I toured Google's new $2.1 billion office in NYC and it's like an all-inclusive wellness resort — see inside

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Google's St. John's Terminal serves as the NYC headquarters for the company's global business organization.

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