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Old 07-20-2006, 06:18 AM
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Default Re: is it easier to make money or save money?

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Originally Posted by Bookie
That depends on where you are in terms of lifestyle and spending habits, doesn't it?

For the average American (whatever that mythic beast might be), I'd say it's easier to save money. There are so many ways to economize that savings come easily and quickly. After a certain point, however, the choices become both fewer and harder.
I agree with this. For someone scraping by on minimum wage, there may be nothing left to cut from spending, so earning more is the only option. On the other hand, for someone earning 50K or 100K or more, there is always some little (or not so little) indulgence that could be sacrificed to sock away more money.
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