DiscoverMoney For Couples173. “We spend 113% of what we make—but can’t do anything to fix it” (Part 2)
173. “We spend 113% of what we make—but can’t do anything to fix it” (Part 2)

173. “We spend 113% of what we make—but can’t do anything to fix it” (Part 2)

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Michelle, 42, Ryan, 43, return for a deep dive into their Conscious Spending Plan. They spend $763 a month on Target, $1,185 a month on Amazon, and $1,230 on groceries—carrying a fixed-costs percentage of 113%. Drastic changes are needed, but Michelle isn’t convinced anything can be done to save their outlook.

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173. “We spend 113% of what we make—but can’t do anything to fix it” (Part 2)

173. “We spend 113% of what we make—but can’t do anything to fix it” (Part 2)

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