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3 Quick Takeaways from Netflix’s “How to Get Rich”

Netflix has produced a few notable finance TV shows offering great personal finance advice.

However, their newest series, “How to Get Rich,” takes a different approach to talking about finance on TV.

“How to Get Rich” is hosted by Ramit Sethi, the author of “I Will Teach You to Be Rich.” He guides three individuals and five couples who are looking for financial help.

It plays like a reality TV show and provides a close look at all of the people Ramit is working with. 

Everyone’s situation is different, and each person or couple he works with has many of the same financial problems other Americans have, from debt to lack of savings.

It’s a great way to learn about the broad financial issues many face daily. In addition, there are some great tips and pieces of advice to help you get closer to your rich life. 

Can You Go Car Free? 6 Practical Financial Benefits

Having a car is so ingrained in our society. Our highways and road systems make it such that you may need a car to get around.

But if you live somewhere where you can walk, use public transportation, or do car sharing, you could be in a situation to become totally car free.

The financial benefits of being car free go well beyond a car payment. AAA has evaluated that the cost of owning a car for one year is about $10,000. This doesn’t include car payments but accounts for the following:

  • gas

  • wear and tear

  • general maintenance

Are you curious about going without a vehicle? Keep reading to discover all the financial benefits of being car free.

Today’s Affirmation

I trust that everything is working in my favor. I feel blessed to be living this incredible life. My positive mindset is opening countless doors for me... Continue Reading

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