Jeff Yeager

Money Advice

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Saving, Budgeting, Credit Cards, Budgeting & Saving

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Accokeek , Maryland

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BA, Bowling Green State University

Bio

WHAT I REALLY BELIEVE (and write about) Spending and consuming less is a good thing to do. It's the only financial advice that applies to almost everyone. It's about finding a quality of life you can not buy. It's also about sharing with others and living lighter on the planet. Being a "cheapskate" can be funny, but it's no joke.

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Insurance on a rent a car

I plan to rent a car to drive to Canada. I don't want to take my car as I want to keep my mileage down. Enterprise is telling me that I should take insurance on my rent a car. Should I pay extra for the insurance?

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