This Accountant Has $178k Debt, Nearly Bankrupt (Again)

This Accountant Has $178k Debt, Nearly Bankrupt (Again)

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Debt Free Millennials
4 Video Views·May 25, 2026

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Jennifer is a 37 year old accountant living in small town Wisconsin. Her and her husband make $102k per year with two kids and have $178k of debt—and they've filed for bankruptcy once before. In this episode, we break down her spending, income, and how she got to this point. Together, we'll explore real solutions to a path forward.

*Let me know in the comments:* would you file bankruptcy again if you were Jennifer?

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