14 Ways You’re Throwing Money Away Without Realizing It

The sneaky ways your money goes poof.

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Regardless of what TikTok memes say, throwing money away and out the window is not something most of us enjoy — or that we can benefit from.

After all, many of us work hard for our money.

Unfortunately, many people do just that. They throw their earnings into the void without giving them a second thought. The reasons may vary, but it often comes down to unawareness.

A Disclaimer Before We Get Started

While the points below apply to many people, they are also circumstantial.

That means that what is a waste of money for me can be of value to you.

So take the following list with a grain of salt and only use what applies to your situation. After all, when it comes to personal finances, everyone’s needs are different.

1. Investment fees

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Many popular investments, such as Mutual Funds and other actively managed investments, come with…