I bailed on my sister-in-law's destination bachelorette party. If she wanted me there, she should've paid for my trip.

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Destination bachelorette parties can be expensive and turning down an invitation can feel difficult.

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These 4 money habits can help you feel more secure, says this financial advisor

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Kate Norris, a certified financial planner at Sun Life
Kate Norris is a certified financial planner at Sun Life.

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I grew my investment portfolio to over $1 million in 10 years. Even during a recession, these 3 tactics worked for me.

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Financial educator Bola Sokunbi said it's really important, even if you're working full time, to have other sources of income.

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I'm the eldest sibling and feel financial pressure during the holidays. I'm making less money this year and don't want to let my family down.

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The author (not pictured) had to figure out a holiday budget this year.

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How celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay makes his millions

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Gordon Ramsey on a Fox red carpet.
Gordon Ramsay has several streams of income contributing to his estimated status as a multimillionaire.

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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.

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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've visited 94 countries. I always follow these 4 money-saving tips when I travel.

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Traveling can be expensive, but there are often a lot of ways to easily save money.

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Budgeting isn't for everyone, but 'intuitive spending' has its problems too

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A woman going through her finances and making a budget
Finance pros often recommend budgeting, but some think it could use a "rebrand."

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I've been going to Disney World for 30 years. Here are 5 things I won't be buying at the parks in 2025.

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megan posing with minnie mouse at a character breakfast in disney world
I've been going to Disney World for pretty much my whole life.

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When I was 30, my mom gave me $15,000 to spend on a gap year in Italy instead of a house or wedding. I have no regrets.

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Rooftops and cathedral di Santa Maria del Fiore in Florence, Italy, with mountains and bright-blue sky in the background
With my mom's help, I lived in Florence, Italy, at the end of 2023 and early 2024.

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