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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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
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Resisting Lifestyle Creep: How a Healthcare Director Hit $1M"We all suffer from lifestyle creep, but you have to ... focus on wealth, frugal living and stability. It will give you peace of mind in your later years."
By Joyce Lamb
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How a Retired Michigan Teacher Reached His First $1 Million"It wasn't like there was some surprise when we hit $1 million — we slowly and steadily saw it coming."
By Joyce Lamb
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From a $5,400 Salary to $1M: The Story of a New York Teacher"I used to sweat the small stuff, but I have learned, after my wife and I each had a bout with cancer, it's all small stuff."
By Joyce Lamb
