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financialLack of planning
#RI-69ba7235·4 months ago·
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Lookback: 25 years

worked hard but never saved

ended up in financial ruin after 25 years of self-employment

What I wish I knew
"planned for the future and saved"
If I could tell you one thing
"plan ahead and save for emergencies"
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10/10
High, persistent regret.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
SettledMixedSevere

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