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518. Are Personal Finance Gurus Giving You Bad Advice?

Freakonomics Radio

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Common Money Mistakes and the Decision to Pay Off a Mortgage

This chapter discusses common money mistakes made by the average person and explores the decision made by the speaker and their spouse to pay off their mortgage despite having a low interest rate. It highlights the emotional benefits of this decision and discusses the debate between owning a home versus renting.

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