How To Prepare For A Financial Windfall So You Don’t Lose It All

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Washington discussed some of the social changes to expect after a financial windfall. She brought up financial guilt, and that if you’re the first person in your family to make a lot, you may hear comments like, “You’ve changed” or “Don’t forget I changed your diapers.” Family members may try to make sure you don’t get too big for your britches.