10 Dumb Mistakes Nearly Everyone Over 40 Makes


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1. They don’t diversify their wealth

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2. They don’t get a second set of eyes

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3. They let home repairs drain their savings

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4. They lose $610 a year on car insurance

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5. They let medical costs empty their nest egg

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6. They don’t generate wealth with real estate

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7. They don’t get help with debt

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8. They waste thousands on auto repairs

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9. They earn nothing at the bank

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10. Help Protect Your Family By Leaving Them Up To $2,000,000

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