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Where the Money Comes From When a $600 Repair Bill Shows Up Before Payday

Reserve found that 59 percent of adults had a major unexpected expense last year, and a car repair was the most common one. Before you borrow a cent, check the money you already have access to: sinking funds, […] The post.

Where the Money Comes From When a $600 Repair Bill Shows Up Before Payday

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Reserve found that 59 percent of adults had a major unexpected expense last year, and a car repair was the most common one.

Before you borrow a cent, check the money you already have access to: sinking funds, […] The post.

Surprise bills are normal, not a sign you are bad with money.

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Reserve found that 59 percent of adults had a major unexpected expense last year, and a car repair was the most common one. Before you borrow a cent, check the money you already have access to: sinking funds, […] The post. Surprise bills are normal, not a sign you are bad with money.

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Surprise bills are normal, not a sign you are bad with money.

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