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Abbey Graf has a bare-bones budget and a spending aversion. But an expert says she can spend more and still meet her goals

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By Jeanne Sahadi, CNN (CNN) — Abbey Graf readily describes herself as frugal. And after speaking with the 28-year-old for the first time and reviewing her financial situation, certified financial planner Stacy Francis couldn’t agree more.

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    By Jeanne Sahadi, CNN (CNN) — Abbey Graf readily describes herself as frugal. And after speaking with the 28-year-old for the first time and reviewing her financial situation, certified financial planner Stacy Francis couldn’t agree more.

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