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#RI-69ba71e4·4 months ago·
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Starting family with low savings

I feel scared and depressed about our low savings as a new dad

What I wish I knew
"Saving more before starting a family"
If I could tell you one thing
"Prioritize savings before having children"
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Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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