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Brandon Marcus

Brandon Marcus is a staff writer for CleverDude.com at District Media, Inc., where he delivers practical personal finance, DIY, family, and lifestyle advice with a relatable, no-nonsense style. Holding a BA degree and with over ten years of professional writing experience, he is an award-winning published author whose first book, Questions For Deep Thinkers, was released by Adams Media. His work has appeared in major publications including Fandom.com, CHUD.com, TheColdWire.com, and Fansided.com.

Wealth building, despite the wealth gap that exists

Finances & Money

8 Ways the Wealth Gap Is Getting Worse Right Now

June 17, 2025
By Brandon Marcus
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The rich are getting richer. That phrase has echoed for decades, but right now, it’s more than just a saying—it’s a stark reality shaping society. Around the world, the gap between the ultra-wealthy and everyone else has been expanding at an alarming … [Read more...] about 8 Ways the Wealth Gap Is Getting Worse Right Now

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Finances & Money

13 Dangerous Money Myths Still Taught in Schools

June 16, 2025
By Brandon Marcus
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Money makes the world go ‘round—but if that’s true, why do schools still spin students in the wrong direction when it comes to financial literacy? The classroom is supposed to prepare the next generation for the real world, yet many of the lessons … [Read more...] about 13 Dangerous Money Myths Still Taught in Schools

A doctor, a high-paying profession that still live paycheck to paycheck

Career

8 High-Earning Professions That Still Live Paycheck to Paycheck

June 16, 2025
By Brandon Marcus
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There’s a common misconception that a big salary equals financial security. But in reality, a high income doesn't always mean someone is living a financially stress-free life. Across the country, even six-figure earners in respected and prestigious … [Read more...] about 8 High-Earning Professions That Still Live Paycheck to Paycheck

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Spending

7 Habits That Rich People Use to Control Spending Impulses

June 16, 2025
By Brandon Marcus
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It’s easy to assume that people with wealth don’t need to worry about money. But in truth, many of the richest individuals got where they are—and stay there—because of the discipline they bring to their financial lives. They’ve mastered habits that … [Read more...] about 7 Habits That Rich People Use to Control Spending Impulses

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budgeting

10 Budget Hacks Used by People Who Never Stress About Money

June 16, 2025
By Brandon Marcus
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It’s not about being rich. The most financially calm, confident people aren’t always pulling in six-figure incomes. What they’ve mastered instead is control—control over spending, saving, and long-term habits that make money feel like an ally, not an … [Read more...] about 10 Budget Hacks Used by People Who Never Stress About Money

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Net Worth

12 Wealth Secrets Passed Down Only in Elite Circles

June 16, 2025
By Brandon Marcus
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There’s wealth, and then there’s generational wealth—the kind that quietly compounds behind closed doors, passed from one family office to the next with precision and purpose. The ultra-wealthy rarely talk about how they stay rich, but rest assured, … [Read more...] about 12 Wealth Secrets Passed Down Only in Elite Circles

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Lifestyle

What Your Decision Making Says About Your Moral Compass

June 15, 2025
By Brandon Marcus
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In a world full of daily choices, big and small, it’s easy to assume that decision-making is simply a matter of logic or preference. But beneath every decision lies something deeper—something more telling. Whether it’s choosing to speak up when … [Read more...] about What Your Decision Making Says About Your Moral Compass

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Business

The Real Cost of Convenience in the Amazon Era

June 15, 2025
By Brandon Marcus
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The Amazon era has changed everything. Groceries appear at the doorstep, furniture arrives in two days, and impulse buys are fulfilled before the thought even fades. Life has become faster, simpler, and more efficient—but not without … [Read more...] about The Real Cost of Convenience in the Amazon Era

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