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7 unexpected ways Western sanctions have affected life in Russia

7 unexpected ways Western sanctions have affected life in Russia

Western sanctions against Russia for its invasion of Ukraine may not have resulted in the dramatic economic collapse that some had predicted, but they still had a huge impact. Russia is now the most sanctioned country in the world and shortages of goods, limited access to services and other restrictions are slowly changing everyday life …

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A recession could be imminent, but I'm not worried.  I feel like I've been planning my whole life.

A recession could be imminent, but I’m not worried. I feel like I’ve been planning my whole life.

Insider experts choose the best products and services to help you make informed decisions with your money (here’s how). In some cases, we receive a commission from our partners, however, our opinions are our own. Terms apply to offers listed on this page. I don’t worry about the recession because I feel like I’ve been …

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PERSONAL FINANCES: Saving for retirement in case of divorce later in life

PERSONAL FINANCES: Saving for retirement in case of divorce later in life

Ending a marriage can be emotional and challenging at any age, even if both parties agree it’s the right decision. When couples over 50 divorce, they are often faced with the additional task of supporting two separate retirement plans using the assets intended for their combined nest egg. If you find yourself in this situation, …

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Following this advice from Ramit Sethi could change your financial life

Image source: Getty Images Consider following this advice from Ramit Sethi to rethink the way you manage your money. Key points Many people manage their money by focusing on cutting small expenses, but Ramit Sethi doesn’t think that’s the best approach. He urges looking for a few big wins rather than asking $3 questions. Worrying …

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Following this advice from Ramit Sethi could change your financial life

Following this advice from Ramit Sethi could change your financial life

Image source: Getty Images Finding the best way to manage your money can be difficult. And, unfortunately, some people can end up focusing entirely on the wrong things. In fact, personal finance expert Ramit Sethi recently warned that many people end up “losing decades” because they take an approach that doesn’t really work well in …

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I have the perfect plan to get my friend's bills paid for life

I have the perfect plan to get my friend’s bills paid for life

Slate Plus Members get more tips from Lillian every week. Have a question? Send it to Lillian, Athena and Elizabeth here. (It’s anonymous!) Dear Pay Dirt, I have been lucky enough to be part of a circle of four close friends since elementary school. All but one of us are married, have several children and …

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My husband and I pay more for life insurance now than we ever have, but we're happy to spend $342 a month for peace of mind

My husband and I pay more for life insurance now than we ever have, but we’re happy to spend $342 a month for peace of mind

Insider’s experts choose the best products and services to help you make informed decisions with your money (here’s how). In some cases, we receive a commission from our partners, however, our opinions are our own. Terms apply to offers listed on this page. My husband and I had a 10 year term life insurance policy …

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