I'm a millionaire and had a rift with a family member over a $1,000 loan. It wasn't about the money.

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Joy Slabaugh
Joy Slabaugh works as a financial therapist. Even with her expertise, lending money to family members can be difficult, she says.

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When one of my relatives asked for a $1,000 loan, I felt two emotions immediately: guilt and dread.

I loved the brotherhood of being a firefighter. Once I became a millionaire, I no longer felt like one of the crew.

Tech Insider : Business, Sports
Jeremy Barker
Jeremy Barker is the founder and CEO of Murphy Door.

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I founded my company while sailing around the world on a boat. It made $20 million in revenue last year.

Tech Insider : Travel, Business, Technology
Luke Barwikowski on his sailboat
Luke Barwikowski founded his company while sailing through New Zealand.

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I'm a millionaire dad who started investing for my 3 kids when they were born. Here's my advice for other parents.

Tech Insider : Business
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Daniel Ramsey.

Dhon Santos

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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I'm a mom of 5 and became a millionaire at 39. I drive a Honda Accord, order water when dining out, and don't pay for the kids' college.

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Julia Myers' family traveling
Julia Myers became a millionaire by the time she was 39.

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A boomer who retired with a $2 million net worth despite working modest jobs shares his advice on retiring comfortably

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An old couple use no hands as they drive on the open road.
Richard (not pictured) said he and his wife retired on over $2 million in assets despite some costly investment mistakes.

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I'm a multimillionaire and father of 3. I'll pay for my kids' college, but I didn't mind when my middle son decided it wasn't for him.

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Greg Clement folding his arms and standing in front of a teal wall and smiling.
Greg Clement became a millionaire at 33.

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I'm a multimillionaire, but I'm not leaving my kids any cash inheritance. I think it would be a mistake to make them wealthy.

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George Appling smiling and sitting at a restaurant.
George Appling had $1 million in the bank by the age of 36.

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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 and his family at a restaurant, sitting in a booth and smiling at the camera.
Payam Zamani arrived in the US with only $75 and is now a multimillionaire.

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