Personal Finance
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It started as a casual experiment. As a freelance designer, I already had a flexible schedule, but I was curious: how much could I actually earn with gig economy apps? Could platforms like Uber Eats, ...
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When I first met Rachel, she was frustrated and undervalued at her job. “Mei Lin,” she said, “I know I’m worth more, but every time I think about asking for a raise, I get nervous. What if they say ...
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When Lily first came to me for financial advice, she had one clear goal: “I want to be a millionaire by the time I retire.” At 27 years old, she was ambitious and determined but didn’t know where to ...
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When my client James walked into my office, he looked defeated. “Mei Lin,” he said, “I don’t know where to start. My debt feels like a mountain I’ll never climb.” James had accumulated over $100,000 ...
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When my client Serena sat down with me to talk about her finances, she was at her wit's end. “Mei Lin, I’ve tried everything,” she said. “Budgeting, cutting back, tracking my expenses—it all feels ...
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When my friend Alice first approached me about her finances, she was embarrassed. “Mei Lin,” she said, “I can only save $10 a week. How can that possibly make a difference?” Alice, like so many ...
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When my client Hugo first approached me about his financial goals, he was frustrated. “Éloise,” he said, “I’m working harder than ever, but my salary just isn’t enough to keep up with my expenses. I ...
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When I first met Clara, she was 25 years old and filled with excitement about her future. She had just landed her first full-time job as a marketing associate in Paris and was eager to start building ...
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Debt can feel like a never-ending weight, dragging you down no matter how hard you try to move forward. For my client Victor, it was more than just a financial burden—it was an emotional one. “I feel ...
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A dream home is more than just a building. For many, it represents security, comfort, and the culmination of years of hard work. For my friend Isabelle, it symbolized freedom. She had spent years ...
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When my friend Camille reached out to me in a moment of frustration, I could hear the stress in her voice. “Éloise,” she said, “I’ve been trying to save for years, but no matter what I do, it feels ...
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