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The founder ofThe Simple Adult, a financial literacy platform for young adults, Gordon is savvy and self-reliant.
The course promised immediate returns with minimal upfront costs, she said.
With the added pressure of wanting to change my circumstances, I jumped in.
Gordon knew all this, but was blinded by dollar signs.
To participate, I paid $5,500 upfront, she said.
It was a huge investment for me, considering I was already laid off and navigating financial instability.
The terms were overwhelming, with unrealistic expectations andintense time commitmentsthat werent disclosed until after payment was made.
The Ah-Ha or Uh-Oh Moment
Nobody wants to admit they got played.
The emotional toll was just as draining.
The stress of feeling duped and seeing my savings vanish was overwhelming, she said.
Gordon, however, didnt have the luxury of wallowing while the bills piled up.
Instead, she went back to what she knew best.
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