I’m amazed at how often I hear people say they are afraid to invest in the stock market because they believe it is too high-risk. Often, the same people are already taking financial risks – albeit smaller ones – in order to save money. In fact, risk taking is an essential part of many means of saving money.
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I reduce my purchace risk when I see it by shopping at “nearly every return accepted” stores. Then, if something is to go wrong, I can return the part/purchace, and be out nothing more than the gas.
As for clothes, it is generally better to buy excellent quality fabrics that is flattering and can be worn for a long time.
I could really relate to this article. For me, the main risk I take when making a purchase is time. I often spend a great deal of time researching what to buy and how to get the cheapest price for it. Sometimes I wonder if I would be better off adopting a spendthrift mentality and just buying the first thing I found that suited my needs.
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