Secrets from the Diary Of a Financial Advisor

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Secrets from the Diary Of a Financial Advisor

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Oct 13, 2015

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We found the diary of a financial advisor and brought him on the show to talk about the surprising things he’s learned throughout his career. Also, is being frugal in your DNA and can a family of four really live off of $14K a year?

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Oct 13, 2015

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