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3 Ways a Flexible Work Schedule Saves Me Money

Maurie Backman, The Motley Fool
·3 min read
3 Ways a Flexible Work Schedule Saves Me Money

Image source: Getty Images As someone who's been self-employed for many years, I can say that this arrangement is a mixed bag. Being a self-employed worker means not having a steady income to rely on.

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