My First $1 Million
Ever wonder how someone who's made a million dollars or more did it? Kiplinger's My First $1 Million series uncovers the answers.
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15 Years, 2 Kids and $1 Million: How We Reached Our GoalWe're able to make memories with our family, especially now that our kids are teenagers and have a limited amount of time before they move out.
By Joyce Lamb
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How a Realtor Hit $1M Through Early Investing, Rental Homes"I have not retired — I could. I just enjoy working. Now I am mentoring others on my team to help them grow and learn about investing and real estate."
By Joyce Lamb
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How an Engineer Hit $1M With Stocks and Real Estate"(I would) start even earlier on Roths and maximizing my 401(k) contributions. Time is the real magic ingredient."
By Joyce Lamb
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How an Oil Industry 'Gofer,' 73, Became a Multimillionaire"I lost a lot of money on bad stock decisions. Fortunately, I was lucky on my good decisions. I usually bought on dips."
By Joyce Lamb
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My First $1 Million: Blue-Collar Guide to Making $1 Million"We spent years paying rent and saving for our first home, so it is personally gratifying to see the next generation benefit from our hard work."
By Joyce Lamb
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Lessons From a Self-Made Millionaire: My First $1 MillionLooking back, "I would have chosen memories over material purchases. I'd have taken my parents on vacations with me instead of driving a new Jeep."
By Joyce Lamb
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This Couple Chose Freedom Over Prestige: My First $1 Million"Retirement isn't the goal. Living well and by our values is the goal. Having money makes that possible."
By Joyce Lamb
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Government Lawyer, 68, Loves Her Job So Much She Won't Retire"Having more than a million in my retirement account and a paid-off home, savings and no debt made me realize that I am working because I love what I do."
By Joyce Lamb
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My First $1 Million: Retired Surgery Professor, 51"I see now that, while I was fine with (delayed gratification) at the time, I missed out on a lot of amazing experiences and travel."
By Joyce Lamb
