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The Millionaire Next Door

March 20, 2021

A great book detailing the common traits among real-life millionaires.

Breaks down the findings of a multi-decade study, showing that the average ‘wealthy’ person doesn’t live in a fancy suburb or drive an ultra-expensive car.

Instead, they have solid financial habits and live a good life while prioritising saving, investing and building other income streams.

The data also implied that Scottish millionaires are extra frugal, which gave me a good chuckle (since I was born there).

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