Tag: personal finance
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Why some people should default strategically
Strategic default is treated as a moral failing, but for some borrowers it’s the rational financial move. Here’s when walking away makes sense.
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Frugality is a tax on poor people’s mental energy
Saving money the hard way takes time, attention, and willpower the wealthy don’t spend. Here’s why frugality is regressive in ways nobody talks about.
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Why some people should max out their credit cards (temporarily)
Maxing out credit cards is usually bad — but in narrow situations, it’s a deliberate move. Here’s when high utilization is a tool, not a mistake.