A millennial couple details how they went from $150,000 in debt to a net worth of $1.5 million in a decade without elite jobs or risky investments

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Lawrence Delva-Gonzalez and his wife
Lawrence Delva-Gonzalez and his wife, Doreen.

Lawrence Delva-Gonzalez

Meet the millionaires next door

Tech Insider : Economy
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Many financially independent Americans aren't letting their wealth complicate their lifestyles.

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75 artists received $9,000 each in a basic income trial. The cash helped a yarn guru to buy a house and a new car.

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Artist Torri Hanna
Torri Hanna said the basic income program helped her navigate a tough period of her life.

Torri Hanna

I'm a millennial mom of 3, and I rely on my mom's financial assistance

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Alyse Benoit wearing a green dress and holding her child standing in front of a tree on a patch of grass.
The author relies on her mom for financial assistance.

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I was drowning in $370,000 of student loan debt with my salary as a teacher. Then, it was all forgiven.

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The author was drowning in student loan debt.

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Trump called inflation a disaster for consumers — and Musk blamed it on government waste

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Donald Trump (left) and Elon Musk.

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Legalized sports betting is creating a disastrous doom loop

Tech Insider : Economy
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The thing about sports betting is addicts think their problem is the solution.

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I'm 30 and already have $50,000 in credit card debt. Declaring bankruptcy is my only way out.

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Photo illustration of a credit card in water.

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Artists in New York got $1,000 monthly through a basic income program. One participant used the money to pay bills and afford healthcare.

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Jacinta Burnell wears a colorful cloak and stands with her art.
Jacinta Burnell, 52, is an artist in New York and a participant in a guaranteed basic income program.

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Gen Zers are relying on the Bank of Mom and Dad way past college

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Illustration of parents holding up a bridge for their child.
Parents are financially supporting their adult children well into their 20s. In a tough economy, Mom and Dad are the new safety net.

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