Can You Become Financially Independent with Kids?

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Kids are expensive. Nobody ever says they will have kids to help speed up their journey to financial independence. That is not the reason anyone would decide to have children.

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Expenses When Pursuing Financial Independence with Kids

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Changing Your Money Mindset With Kids

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Other Expenses When Pursuing Financial Independence with Kids

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Family Over Self When Pursuing Financial Independence with Kids

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