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Millionaire Diaries: Steph is a Personal Assistant With a Millions Dollar Inheritance

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Welcome to Millionaire Diaries, where Sim chats with millionaires from the Girls That Invest community to uncover the secrets behind their success! Get ready to dive into their stories as they reveal how they turned their dreams into millions. From childhood influences to career strategies and investment insights, join us as we explore their journey to financial freedom.


This week, Steph shares her story of inheriting wealth from her mother and the challenges she faced in managing it. She discusses feeling like she cheated the system and the difficulties of dealing with her father during the estate settlement. Steph also talks about her money mindset and how her mother's influence shaped her attitudes towards money and success. She shares her views on financial security and how they have changed over time. Steph provides advice for managing a windfall, including buying property, investing in funds, and enjoying some of the money. Steph shares her strategies for building wealth, including surrounding herself with wealthier people, avoiding debt, and learning about good and bad debt. She emphasizes the importance of having a good lawyer and asking questions to learn more about finances.


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