11 Expenses That Quietly Drain Your Wallet in America in 2023

1. Spending on phony emergencie

2. Buying the ‘latest and greatest’ of anything

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3. Piling groceries into your cart

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4. Dining out too often

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5. Living the high life with your friend

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6. Planning expensive vacation

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7. Splurging on clothe

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8. Indulging in pampering session

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9. Continuing to pay for cable

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10. Paying for gym membership

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11. Underestimating housing cost

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