MoneybyZikoko: He Took a ₦2.7m Loan for a Car. Then Lost His Job
Image Credit: zikoko- A man with multiple side hustles is struggling to achieve stable cash flow due to poor financial decisions.
- A couple faces tension over differing money habits, with one partner focusing on saving and the other on enjoying life.
- A 34-year-old took a ₦2.7 million loan to buy a car, lost his job, and faced serious debt but managed to repay it in 15 months.
- Financial advice highlights the importance of balancing saving and living expenses, especially when planning to move out independently.
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