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MTTM Podcast 160 – Succeeding at New Year resolutions & New Year investing

1 min read Published: 08 Jan 2018

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Episode 160 - I reveal the scientific research findings that will increase the likelihood that you will be able to stick to your New Year's resolutions and achieve your goals in 2018. I also talk about the changes to credit card booking fees that you should be aware of. I list the expiry dates of some of the most popular gift vouchers you may have received as Christmas presents to ensure that you don't lose your money. Finally I talk about the 'January effect' in stock markets.

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