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Ellen Allen

Ellen Allen is an East Coast writer who brings a personal touch to finance and career topics, drawing from her own experiences to offer relatable, real-world advice. She believes the best insights come from lived moments, helping readers navigate money and work with confidence and clarity.

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15 Money Traps Hiding in Your Everyday Routine

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15 Common Money Habits That Are Keeping You Broke Without Realizing It

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10 Things People Regret Not Investing in During Their 30s and 40s

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10 Surprising Reasons Successful People Quit Social Media

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10 High-Risk Retirement Bets That Surprisingly Worked Out

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10 Financial Lessons People Learn Too Late in Life

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10 Everyday Habits That Quietly Kill Your Earning Potential

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10 Early Retirement Fantasies That Turn Into Nightmares

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15 Phrases to Avoid in the Workplace If You Want to Be Taken Seriously