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This site is for people who feel like they're playing a game where the rules keep changing. For anyone who follows the conventional financial advice and still can't get ahead. For people who suspect that their money struggles might not be entirely their fault.
We're not here to sell you a budgeting app or promise financial freedom in 30 days. We're here to explain why things cost what they cost, why saving feels impossible, why debt accumulates so easily, and why financial stress has become the background noise of modern life.
If you've ever wondered why money feels harder than it should, you're in the right place. Understanding the systems is the first step toward navigating them.