Ep 553 - 10 commandments of money & Practical tips for reducing insurance costs
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In this week’s episode, Damien shares some of the essential rules and concepts he has used in order to build lasting financial habits. These include practical ways to manage your budget, the importance of paying yourself first and avoiding lifestyle creep to help provide a comfortable financial future.
Next, Andy looks at recent research on the interest applied to monthly car insurance premiums and shares straightforward, practical tips for spreading the cost without paying exorbitant fees.
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