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Can You REALLY Afford It? How to Make Big Purchases Without Regrets

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In this episode, Carla talks about when you can REALLY afford something, when it's best to buy something cash or with a loan, and lifestyle creep.
Chapters
  • 00:00 Intro
  • 00:28 How do I know when I can actually afford something?
  • 01:38 The balance between overspending and over-investing
  • 02:55 How much to invest and how much to put towards an improved lifestyle
  • 03:40 Is the boat worth it?
  • 08:16 Buying a car outright vs. financing
  • 10:50 Should you finance big purchases for your business?
7 Sep English South Africa Investing

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