Before becoming famous on “Sex and the City,” Sarah Jessica Parker relied on royalty checks from a 1980s sitcom to make ends meet. She carefully managed her money, tracking every coin and prioritizing rent over spending. Parker’s disciplined approach to finances has stuck with her throughout her career, influencing how she negotiates contracts in the streaming era. Inflation has surged in recent months, making it even more challenging for freelancers to make ends meet. To stay financially stable, experts recommend organizing funds by purpose and setting up separate accounts for different savings goals.

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