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But adventure costs money.
So do the everyday expenses of living without a steady paycheck and simply paying your bills.
And if you feel behind on even those basics, youre hardly alone.
You might see yourself in Leslie, a listener of Suze Ormans Women and Money podcast.
She has an annuity, but its only $90,000, and her IRA holds just $160,000.
To make matters worse, she has $9,000 incredit card debt.
She admitted feeling disappointed in herself before seeking Ormans advice.
Which, as Orman reminded her, is technically not as bad as she thinks.
Maybe we take the annuity and you annuitize it so it gives you more income at your age.
Ormans advice highlighted Leslies strengths and pointed her toward solutions that could help her wean off her alimony.
Orman invited her to consider core questions: Could she move to a less expensive place?
Remember, even if you feel disappointed with your financial circumstances, you always have options.
The sky wont fall if you build a scaffold to help hold it up.
Get proactive seek out a financial advisor or give yourself a financial education by following experts like Orman.
Its advice worth considering no matter where you are in your financial journey.
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