I Switched Careers and Still Paid Off $32K in Debt

July 12, 2021

Can we get a round of applause for Meriam. After years of being unfulfilled as an accountant, Meriam decided to go back to school and become a teacher, even though it meant a significant pay cut. Watch to see how she found a budgeting style that worked for her, and paid off her debt along the way.PS: Personal finance is, well, personal. Before taking any financial advice, weigh the pros and cons to be sure it makes sense for your unique situation.

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