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• 124 | Dirtbag Millionaire With Chris Mamula
  

  Chris Mamula, the “Dirtbag Millionaire,” describes the mistakes he made on the way to FIRE, the challenges he facing in his early retirement and the origin story of a book that will outline a Blueprint to Financial Independence based on the information shared by members of the ChooseFI community. You may know may Chris from his old blog, Eat the Financial Elephant or where he ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from ChooseFI, Apr 21, 2019 @ 10:00
• What Does Success Mean to You?
  

  How do you define success? And do you consider yourself successful? These are just some of the questions I received when I wrote – It takes more than money to retire early. My first reaction was to say yes, I’m successful. My family enjoys a modest lifestyle and we’re happy. We are financially secure and we’re not lacking for anything. I consider that successful. However, ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Retire by 40, Apr 21, 2019 @ 10:00
• What are the Magical Saving Rate Breakpoints?
  

  One question we get quite a bit is related to the fundamentals of saving: is there a magic savings rate? In the past we’ve looked at the ideal savings rate. There we suggested 20% as a minimum savings rate, with the caveat you should save more if you can. Interestingly, there are also some magical savings rates. These rates are mathematically elegant: without even ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Don’t Quit Your Day Job, Apr 21, 2019 @ 9:38
• Freelance or Full-time: A Follow Up
  

  *lightly edited because, well, time.  First, I want to thank everyone for their comments on my last blog about figuring out whether to (continue to) pursue freelancing, or spend more time/energy into looking for full-time work. I figured the answers might vary, and they sure did.  No idea what this picture means. Just thought it was cool. lol! First, let me address one common suggestion ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Budget & the Beach, Apr 21, 2019 @ 9:22
• What’s the Difference between Income and Wealth
  

  In personal finance Income and Wealth are two very different things that are weakly correlated with each other. Having a high income does not mean that you are wealthy, and having a low income doesn’t mean you are penniless. In personal finance, wealth is your net worth. That is the value of all our assets minus your liabilities. Assets being things you own, such as ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Passive Income NZ, Apr 21, 2019 @ 8:30
• Top 5 Frugal Living Tips from the Great Depression
  

  The best frugal living tips I can share didn’t come from a book or a blog. They came from my great-grandparents… down to my grandparents… and on down to me.  My great-grandparents were born in the early 1900’s. They were in their prime during the Great Depression.  What we can use as top frugal tips … Top 5 Frugal Living Tips from the ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Simple Organized Lifestyle, Apr 21, 2019 @ 7:28
• Spending Over $500 With a Personal Stylist Made Me a Better Money Manager
  

  Earlier this year, I conducted an experiment of sorts. As a person that struggled with over-saving and money-hoarding, I wanted to test a theory that I had been mulling over. I wanted to see if I could overcome my tendency to obsess over every penny spent if I just threw caution to the wind and...Read More ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from The Frugal Feminista, Apr 21, 2019 @ 6:00
• The frugal gene bypassed me – my struggle with frugality
  My parents are frugal. My grandparents were frugal. I am not frugal. Somehow the frugal gene bypassed a generation. What I should be doing is deep diving into the last 12 months’ of spending and look at where I can save more. But I am so depressed by my results that I am actively avoiding … Continue reading "The frugal gene bypassed me – ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Late Starter FIRE, Apr 21, 2019 @ 5:48
• Is Project Free TV a Legal Way You Can Save Money?
  

  Recently we decided to part ways with our cable company.  After years of loyalty, we cut the cord. Our decision to break free from cable wasn’t 100% about saving money. It was the fact that most of the shows we watch are actually online… for free. A quick google search for online streaming services led me to a site called Project Free TV. At ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Debt & Cupcakes, Apr 21, 2019 @ 5:05
• Travel, Learn, Save: Worldschooling in San Antonio, TX
  

  We finally made it out of town for our much-anticipated cross country + Europe road trip. The first stop was a week in San Antonio visiting friends and seeing the sights. We didn’t hit as many spots as we’d hoped to in the week we were there, but two standouts for us were the Doseum … The post Travel, Learn, Save: Worldschooling in San Antonio, ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from On Our Way World, Apr 21, 2019 @ 5:05
• Investment Fees: Is Your Portfolio Being Feasted Upon?
  

  One of the most entertaining scenes in the movie ‘Wolf of Wall Street’ is when Mark Hanna (played by Matthew McConaughey) explains to new recruit Jordan Belford (Leonardo DiCaprio) how stockbroking business works over lunch of martini and cocaine. “F*** the clients. Your only responsibility is to put meat on the table. The name of the game is to move your client’s money into your ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Millionaire Before 50, Apr 21, 2019 @ 4:48
• Keeping up with the Joneses
  

  It's always fun when disparate worlds of geekdom collide. Today, for instance, I learned that the term “keeping up with the Joneses” — a popular phrase in the realm of personal finance — actually originated in the funny pages. That's right: “Keeping Up with the Joneses” started out as a newspaper comic strip. As a comics nerd, one who especially loves comic strips, ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Get Rich Slowly, Apr 21, 2019 @ 2:52
• The best posts of the first half of 2009
  You can find a similar list for 2008 here. To see the best of 2007 which is really only December, just look through that month. There are some good ones in there too. JanuaryLet me know which topics you would like to see in the futureDay 14: Investing for early retirement – Part 1What is freedom?A tribute to my pressure cookerProductivity and the Goose that ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Early Retirement Extreme, Apr 21, 2019 @ 2:51
• I Quit. I’m Taking A Career Break.
  

  A little over a month ago, I wrote about my overwhelming situation at work and the crippling anxiety I was experiencing as a result. I was just six weeks into my new editing job, and it was already a disaster. I was a disaster. At night, I was plagued with insomnia; during the day, I was battling panic attacks and fighting to focus on the ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from The $76K Project, Apr 21, 2019 @ 2:24
• Retirement Simulator Update: Version 10
  

  Version 10.0 is now public!

  #Retirement Planning and Simulation Tools This is a major update to the tool used in our latest blog posts.  It includes numerous improvements and speed updates.  The entire simulation engine has been redesigned to improve speed and add new features. Key Enhancements include:   Improved Graphics  Wage Growth Calculation   Uses real investment returns and allows custom allocation ... Read the article >>>

  Curated from Feeding Our FIRE, Apr 21, 2019 @ 12:32
• The #1 metric that matters when pursuing financial independence
  

  It's not incomeYou've probably read about Johnny Depp's financial challenges. The guy allegedly has made 650 million dollars over the course of his career and it's all almost gone. Today he is forced to make more movies, work, which he receives an approximate 20 million dollars per movie. Imagine the agony.There are countless of examples like that. Clearly even the highest of incomes isn't enough ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from The Wealthy Finn, Apr 21, 2019 @ 12:17
• Should-ing All Over Yourself (What it is and How to Stop)
  

  “‎Though nobody can go back and make a new beginning… Anyone can start over and make a ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from This Fascinating Adventure, Apr 21, 2019 @ 9:15
• Taking a Week Off
  

  Normally I’m tenacious about meeting deadlines. Even if I set the deadline myself and no one else is impacted negatively by me missing it, it’s just in my DNA. I’ve set a personal goal of producing one article a week and have spent a few late nights making sure that goal is always met. I ... Read moreTaking a Week Off The post Taking a ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from 43 Blue Doors, Apr 21, 2019 @ 9:10
• SUNDAY PUNDAY
  

  More groaners from Lizard King: music selection:  “Every Woman In The World” — Air Supply Devour your prey raptors! ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Financial Velociraptor, Apr 21, 2019 @ 9:05
• Route 2 FI Interview Series – #5 Radical FIRE
  

  Reading Time: 11 minutes Welcome to the Route 2 FI interview series. I’m starting this series to get inside the heads of people that inspires me on my way to Financial Independence. Today’s guest is Radical FIRE! She’s a young FIRE-seeker at age 24. She works as a financial consultant in the Netherlands and wants to become FIRE (Financially Independent Retire Early) at 35. ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Route2FI, Apr 21, 2019 @ 8:00
• Pretax vs After Tax Investment – Which Is Better?
  

  I get this question constantly, whether to invest pretax vs after tax. Obviously, the answer is to do both if you can. However, some want to really nail it down to which one to invest in first or prioritize. This is important if funds are limited for example, while in training.  Benjamin Franklin said, Nothing […] The post Pretax vs After Tax Investment – Which ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Dr. Breathe Easy Finance, Apr 21, 2019 @ 5:50
• The Anthem of Financial Independence
  

  Every great movement needs an Anthem – an amazing song that sparks comradery, joy, and excitement. I’m going to take it upon myself to declare the Anthem of the financial independence movement – firstly because I know of a great song that’s a perfect fit and secondly because no one else did it yet (that I know of!). The Anthem of ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Partners in FIRE, Apr 21, 2019 @ 5:48
• Are Stocks Gambling?
  A lot of women I speak to say they rather save their money in high-interest savings accounts or in GICs. When I ask them why almost all say because the stock market is like gambling to them. Does this sound like you? If yes, read on! What is Equity? Stocks, or equity, is part ownership … Continue reading "Are Stocks Gambling?" The post Are ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Sunday Brunch Cafe, Apr 21, 2019 @ 5:45
• Thought Experiment: What Do You Do When You Retire?
  

  SavingNinja has published his latestThought Experiment. Here’s this month’s question:“Life is good. You finally did it! You pulled the plug on your day job after reaching financial independence. You never have to work for money ever again. But, you’re bored. You need something to do… You need a project! You grab a piece of paper Read More... The post Thought Experiment: What Do You Do ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from What Life Could Be, Apr 21, 2019 @ 5:03
• Copy-Cat Keto Hostess Cream Filled Cupcakes
  

  WE ALL DESERVE A SWEET TREAT ONCE IN A WHILE There’s always that one treat that you crave and if you can’t buy it, you make it so that’s what we did. Without further ado please welcome the Copy-Cat Keto Hostess Cream Filled Cupcakes to your Keto recipe box. The odds of finding any secret Hostess recipes online for their delicious chocolate cupcakes is slim ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Canadian Budget Binder, Apr 21, 2019 @ 4:58
• Personal finance etiquette for 2019: Your stupid simple guide to talking money
  

  Money and personal finance can be a difficult thing to talk about. Some people are just weird when it comes to money, and some situations require seriously creative thinking when it comes to cold hard cash. On one hand, we want to be helpful and offer genuine assistance when needed, but on the other, we also don’t want people to take advantage of us ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Think Save Retire, Apr 21, 2019 @ 4:56
• A Look Back on 2012: What a Difference Seven Years Makes
  

  Hello FOGO Readers! Recently, J Money over at Budgets Are Sexy wrote a post called, “How far have you come since 2012?!” In it, he talked about how different his life was seven years ago and how much his life has improved. He then said, “If you’ve got a pen and paper handy, jot down […] The post A Look Back on 2012: What a ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from From One Geek to Another, Apr 21, 2019 @ 4:30
• Sunday Sharing Vol: 35
  

  The post Sunday Sharing Vol: 35 appeared first on Life For The Better. ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Life For The Better, Apr 21, 2019 @ 4:00
• Undervalued Dividend Growth Stock Of The Week
  

  Every Sunday, I uncover a high-quality dividend growth stock that appears to be undervalued. These pieces are published at Daily Trade Alert, which is a site that focuses on dividend growth investing, stocks, and unique investment opportunities. I’ve been writing for them for years now, and they’re just great over there. Each week, I publish... Read More » The post Undervalued Dividend Growth Stock Of ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Mr. Free at 33, Apr 21, 2019 @ 3:49
• 10 Great Ways To Make Money From Home
  

  If you want to become financially independent, a good start is to make some extra money from home. You can do these things after work, in the weekends or when you’re kids are asleep or at school. In this post I will list 10 great ways to make money from home. Some ideas on the […] The post 10 Great Ways To Make Money From ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Financially Independent Mom, Apr 21, 2019 @ 3:36
• Sunday is for Sharing: Volume 96
  

  My favorite links from this past week. The post Sunday is for Sharing: Volume 96 appeared first on Four Pillar Freedom. ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Four Pillar Freedom, Apr 21, 2019 @ 3:00
• Confession: Sometimes I’m Not Frugal And That’s Okay
  Sometimes, I'm not so frugal. To me, what makes life most successful is the time you spend with the ones you love. The post Confession: Sometimes I’m Not Frugal And That’s Okay appeared first on Pomplas Pennies. ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Pomplas Pennies, Apr 21, 2019 @ 3:00
• Side Hustle Pullback
  

  Side Hustle Pullback I have always been a staunch supporter of side hustles. It is safe to say that in the past I have had a ridiculous love affair. This amorous relationship has spanned decades. In fact, there were times in my career when I had as many as ten going at one time. Half retirement and financial independence have slowed me down quite ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from DiverseFI, Apr 21, 2019 @ 3:00
• Dividend increase Unilever NV (UNA.AS) – 2019
  

  A dividend increase by Unilever NV in 2019 This week Unilever announced a 6% increase in its quarterly dividend. The dividend is raised from €0.3872 to €0.4104. The dividend pay date is June 5, 2019 to shareholders of record on May 3, 2019 (ex dividend May 2, 2019).       CEO Alan Jope: “We have delivered a solid start that keeps us ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Pollie’s Dividend, Apr 21, 2019 @ 2:54
• Thoughts on blogging, popularity, and history
  

  One of my early writings on How I became financially independent in 5 years got “stumbled upon” a couple of days agoshortly after I started blogging and I got my 15 minutes of fame. Well, actually a few days of fame. I am fairly sure that the story above has now been read by far more people in two days than my total scientific output ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Early Retirement Extreme, Apr 21, 2019 @ 2:50
• Put Through The Blender- Blended Family Finances
  

      Marriage can be challenging financially for many reasons. How do you treat individual incomes? How are shared expenses to be handled? Is your partner on the same financial page as you? If one partner is a spendthrift, it does not matter how frugal the other partner is or how much he or she […] The post Put Through The Blender- Blended Family Finances ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from XRAYVSN, Apr 21, 2019 @ 1:00
• The Sunday Best (4/21/2019)
  

  The Sunday Best is a collection of articles I’ve curated from the furthest reaches of the internet for your reading pleasure. Every week, I scan hundreds of headlines, read dozens of posts, and bring you the best of the best to save you time and mental energy. Financial Independence (FI) is a primary focus, but it’s an awfully broad topic. I tend to approach FI ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Physician on FIRE, Apr 21, 2019 @ 12:55
• Play Happier (April 20, 2019)
  

  Back in September 2018… “Grandma, I’m going to go overseas for awhile now…” “Ok, son, make sure to play happier.” I will, granny… ALWAYS play happier… You taught me that… Will never forget it… or you…   Fight On! ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from FI Fighter, Apr 20, 2019 @ 11:11
• Happy Easter
  

  Just a little post to say Happy Easter to you 🙂 we’re spending the day with my Grandpa and my Mum, so it should be lovely.   And, if you don’t celebrate Easter, then happy Sunday 🙂 xx The post Happy Easter appeared first on The Frugal Cottage. ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from The Frugal Cottage, Apr 20, 2019 @ 10:00
• Mr. Burrito Bowl has some thoughts, but he doesn’t want to talk about it
  

  Dear Diary- and various people who not only subscribe to something Burrito Bowl Diaries related, but also bothered to click on this article. I routinely come to a point of contention with my blogging as Mr. Burrito Bowl.  You would think being Mr. Burrito Bowl would be a nonstop tailspin of fun, but I’m a … Continue reading "Mr. Burrito Bowl has some thoughts, but ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Burrito Bowl Diaries, Apr 20, 2019 @ 9:16
• Inspiring Reads: April 2019
  

  I hate April Fools. But it is a good reminder that things aren’t always what they seem. This month I was inspired by posts about tricks to get us to spend more money, as well as things we should keep in mind as we continue to move toward financial independence. Wastes of money, 0% financing, … Continue reading Inspiring Reads: April 2019 The post Inspiring ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from The Debt Shrink, Apr 20, 2019 @ 9:01
• Why All Bloggers Need An Email List
  

  My biggest blogging mistake is that I waited years to start an email list, and then even longer to take it seriously. I finally started taking my email list seriously around 2016. I was about to launch my course, Making Sense of Affiliate Marketing, and realized that I really needed an email list. I was collecting the occasional email address about a year before ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Sense of Cents, Apr 20, 2019 @ 8:11
• Zazzle Income: April 2019
  

    Welcome to the April 2019 Zazzle Income Report! If you’re a returning visitor and have read our previous Zazzle Income Reports you can skip ahead! If you are new to our monthly updates then start here. We love passive income. We love passive income with a passion! Our very first side hustle was designing wedding ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Money Savvy Mindset, Apr 20, 2019 @ 7:21
• How to remove rust using kitchen utensils only
  

  You can buy all sorts of rust removal formulas, many of which are toxic, and also cost money. However, there’s a much better method to removing rust and it involves using kitchen utensils only. To remove rust using kitchen(*) utensils, you need Aluminium(**) foil. Oil. I think any oil will do, say, canola oil, although I must admit I cheated and used some ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Early Retirement Extreme, Apr 20, 2019 @ 2:49
• The secret to becoming/staying wealthy
  

  Today, I’m going to let you guys in on a little (big) secret (it’s really not that secret…). Here goes: The secret to becoming (or staying) wealthy, is to stop paying your taxes… But Nick, If you don’t pay your taxes, you’ll go to jail! Precisely! And what do you get in prison? Free accommodation, free meals 3 times per day, free education – and ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Total Balance Blog, Apr 20, 2019 @ 1:34
• In Praise of the Library
  

  Libraries- an amazing and free resource in every townDo you know everything that is available at your local library? We all know that you can get books, but do you know what else is available? Actually I’m not sure if everyone knows that you can get books, as I ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from A Simple Life, Apr 20, 2019 @ 12:44
• Progress to Financial Independence- March 2019
  

  More Exploring! In March we had several busy weekends with more adventures. We are still living in Fredericksburg, VA for our current Travel PT contract, so we’ve been exploring this area but also took some fun weekend trips. The first week in March, we had the opportunity to travel to the Dominican Republic with a group of other travel healthcare workers! This is a trip ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Fifth Wheel Physical Therapist, Apr 20, 2019 @ 11:31
• Should you buy 1 horse or 300 horses?
  I was walking around the neighbourhood the other day, with Mrs CF, Miss CF and our dog. When we came across a place where they keep horses. Most of these were taken care of my women (there were no men[...] The post Should you buy 1 horse or 300 horses? appeared first on Cheesy Finance. ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Cheesy Finance, Apr 20, 2019 @ 11:15
• Three Things you must Track on your Path to Financial Independence
  

  Planning, setting goals, and monitoring progress are essential for achieving your financial dreams. I believe that everyone should track expenses, savings, and net worth over time. These factors are intricately linked, but tracking and monitoring each of these helps you evaluate different aspects of your overall financial health.  Just like money, financial metrics ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from The Passive Aggressive Investor, Apr 20, 2019 @ 11:03
• How to Avoid Payday Loans with Better Decisions and Credit Options
  

  The post How to Avoid Payday Loans with Better Decisions and Credit Options appeared first on Young and the Invested. ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Young and the Invested, Apr 20, 2019 @ 10:52
• [-$24,206] Buckle Up! Here We Go!
  

  Newish Leader is back again! About a week ago, my Manager got chewed out admonished, again, by Newish Leader for my team’s output not being of high enough quality for Newish Leader.  In recent weeks, Newish Leader has been putting extra big-time pressure on Manager to ‘raise the bar’ for our ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Double Debt Single Woman, Apr 20, 2019 @ 9:56
• Volunteering Leads To Health and Happiness
  

  “You make a living by what you get. You make a life by what you give.”~Winston Churchill Growing up my parents set an example for me by making careers out of serving others. That example served to reinforce a lesson I learned later in life that we all have a duty and responsibility to lookout for our friends, family, community, and the land we ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Phillnance.com, Apr 20, 2019 @ 8:38
• 10 Signs You’re Succeeding at Managing Your Money
  

  All of us would like to claim that we’re a success at managing our money. There’s no better feeling than being financially secure. But let me ask you one question – do you even know what that looks like? Some might say it’s having a certain amount stashed away in their savings account. Or maybe they’re good at keeping their investments tax-efficient? Maybe they’ve ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from The Saving Scientist, Apr 20, 2019 @ 8:12
• The Average Retiree is a Millionaire!
  I tripped over a couple of statistics the other day that made me rethink the plight of the average American retiree. First, the average couple on Social Security gets over $28,000 per year. Secondly the median net worth of Social Security age couples is $228,000. Now it gets more complex than this in the real world but if you combine those into a total net ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Slightly Early Retirement, Apr 20, 2019 @ 7:25
• I Earned my Money Black Belt!
  

  Years ago I started my black belt training at a local karate studio. Although my belt color ended at green, I still remember the great fun I had winning a sparring match with a 16-year old boy – in all fairness, he hadn’t quite grown into his lanky limbs. While I enjoyed the discipline of mastering kata, injuries put me on the sidelines. So when ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from The Five Journeys, Apr 20, 2019 @ 7:09
• How much car can I afford?
  

  A calculator for finding out how much car I can affordThere are dozens of different articles on the internet all trying to help people figure out how much of a car payment they can afford. Suggestions range from 1/10th of gross income for a car purchase, to 50%. All of these suggestions share a common problem, however. They assume that everyone ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Real Finance Guy, Apr 20, 2019 @ 6:52
• The Financial Pyramid Explained
  

  What first comes to mind at the mention of a financial pyramid? For me, my mind immediately went to pyramid schemes. Just in case you are like how I used to be, I’ll do my best in breaking down what the financial pyramid is, and how you can identify your needs with the financial pyramid. What is the Financial Pyramid? A ... Read the article >>>

  Curated from Financially Free Society, Apr 20, 2019 @ 6:34
• Five Steps to Begin Saving for Retirement in Your Twenties
     How do I begin to plan for retirement in my 20s? It's a great question! In fact, it’s the second most-asked question when it comes to early retirement planning. Here (unfortunately) is the first most popular question: Why should I start planning for retirement in my 20s? Why?!  Because it’s your younger Self’s responsibility to take care of […] ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from The Budgetnista, Apr 20, 2019 @ 6:02
• How to Save for Retirement Without a 401(k)
  

  401(k)s are undoubtedly the most important retirement vehicles available today, given that pensions are on the decline and the future of Social Security doesn’t look bright. What makes 401(k)s super… ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Grokking Money, Apr 20, 2019 @ 6:00
• What I Wish I Knew Before I Started Blogging – Blogging Tips For Beginners
  

  One of my favorite things about blogging is that even after running This Online World for more than a year, there is always more to learn when it comes to growing a successful blog. Content planning, marketing, graphic design, SEO…the list of tasks associated with blogging seems endless, and I have certainly gone through periods of uncertainty and confusion when it comes to blog management....Read ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from This Online World, Apr 20, 2019 @ 5:53
• Raising Financially Independent Kids Is Serious Business
  

  Raising kids isn't easy under the best of conditions.  Most of the parents I know work a 50+ hour work week.  To deal with after school care, they enroll their kids in after-school programs, at considerable cost to themselves.  It's a kind of "two steps forward and one step back" situation that makes raising kids and saving money difficult. The average ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Mr. Tako Escapes, Apr 20, 2019 @ 5:42
• Three steps to financial independence
  No matter what your current financial situation, you can take control of your financial future.  With a few simple steps, you can improve your financial situation, build and grow wealth, and ultimately become financially independent. Financial independence means having assets that generate more income than your expenses so that you can live off your wealth for the rest of your life, without working.Becoming financially independent ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Accessible Investor, Apr 20, 2019 @ 5:42
• 8 Hours, $200 in Ontario: Niagara and Toronto
  

  For my 35th birthday, I decided to get out of the house every weekend in March. If you haven’t met me, I spend most of my free time at home in front of the television.  Lately, I’ve been getting a little bored of that and itching to do something different. I don’t think I love … ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from My Early Retirement Journey, Apr 20, 2019 @ 5:08
• Regrets Not Going to College
  

  Not going to college has limited my options. I go through why you might want to consider going to college, and what ways this can open up your future. The post Regrets Not Going to College appeared first on Money Stir. ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Money Stir, Apr 20, 2019 @ 5:00
• 17 stupid simple ways to make early retirement easier
  

  Last week, I published my first major listicle. Honestly, it was fun. It’s a massive collection of tips to build your blog, and today, I’m publishing a similar monster. This one is about 17 stupid simple ways to make early retirement easier.  This was a heck of a lot of fun to write, and I’m curious if you have any other ideas for making this ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Think Save Retire, Apr 20, 2019 @ 4:58
• 15 Ridiculously Cheap Things I’ve Done to Save Money
  

  We’ve all done silly things to save money. Tawnya here, and if you’re anything like me you’re always looking for little ways to cut costs and put more money back in your pocket. After all, Money Saved is Money Earned and every little bit adds up. While most of our savings tips are designed to help you save big money, it’s important to acknowledge that ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Money Saved is Money Earned, Apr 20, 2019 @ 4:30
• Blogger Confessions #28: Melissa from MelissaBlevins.com
  

  Happy Saturday and welcome to the 28th episode of the ‘Blogger Confessions’ interview series on the blog. Today, I’m bringing in Melissa from MelissaBlevins.com to talk about blogging and how they’ve managed to keep everything straight as a personal finance blogger.  Melissa, take it away. Blogger Confessions with Melissa from MelissaBlevins.com 1: In at least 100 words, describe the target audience of your blog. I ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Think Save Retire, Apr 20, 2019 @ 3:05
• Confirmation Bias
  

  Confirmation Bias It sometimes sounds so easy. Read a blog. Listen to a podcast. Lickety split. The picture is always the same. A primer on how to maneuver through life with minimal road blocks. Want to retire early? Simple, save 50%. Want to buy an investment property? No problem, follow these simple rules. The message being sent is clear. Success is just a few ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from DiverseFI, Apr 20, 2019 @ 3:00
• Closed-ended problems and open-ended problems
  The difference by definition:A closed-ended problem is a problem that only has one solution leading to one answer. Typical closed ended problems are text book questions leading you to the answers that are given in the preceding chapter, what kind of a shampoo to buy (cleverly disguised as an open-ended problem), which president to choose, …An open-ended problem has several solutions to leading to several ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Early Retirement Extreme, Apr 20, 2019 @ 2:47
• How To Avoid Consumer Regret: Intentional Spending
  

  Contrary to FIRE, The Physician Philosopher believes that we should enjoy life and be content with spending. But spending can often lead to feelings of resentment of sorts. According to TPP, that’s why it’s important for us to learn the art of spending with intention. Today’s Classic is republished from The Physician Philosopher. You can see the original here. Enjoy! One of the differences on ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Passive Income M.D., Apr 20, 2019 @ 2:00
• Life beyond FIRE : Flexible Entrepreneurship.
  

  Now that we have established a baseline whereby we have a life of leisure activities, travel or simply doing nothing at all if we choose, the next stage is to re-introduce anything that could be loosely described as “work” in a very gradual and thoughtful manner. The possibilities of projects from here are now endless believe it or not, some I ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Dividend Nomad, Apr 20, 2019 @ 1:27
• In Defence of the 4% Rule
  

  What is the 4% Rule? The 4% rule was created based on historical market returns data. Simply put, it showed that a typical retiree could withdraw 4% of their portfolio while keeping the initial pot intact. The withdrawn amount would increase by inflation each year. The rule came about from work by Bengen and later, the Trinity study. Both were based on the same data. ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from A Way to Less, Apr 20, 2019 @ 1:00
• 7 Great Tax Benefits of Investing in Real Estate
  

  High-income professionals should focus not only the returns from their investments, but also the after-tax returns. The difference can be huge! For example, 10% or 12% returns sound awesome. But if you are paying tax at a marginal total tax rate of 40% or 50%, now you’ve got returns in the 5% to 7% range. Income is taxed that way, and some investment returns, like ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Physician on FIRE, Apr 20, 2019 @ 12:55
• How to Save for a House Down Payment
  

  Home buying is one of the cornerstones of building wealth. But to ensure that it is truly a wealth building tool and not a financial burden, you must be prepared for the financial obligations of your investment. This not only means being able to afford your mortgage and ... Read the article >>>

  Curated from Clever Girl Finance, Apr 19, 2019 @ 10:53
• Q1 Life Update: When Everything Changes All at Once
  

  It’s been a while since my last financial goal recap – almost 4 months. I’ve been meaning to write this post for a while but wasn’t mentally ready to until now, because a TON has happened since the start of the year. If you’re new to BudgetxBabe, I started this blog in December of 2018 as a fun side project that would allow me to ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from BudgetxBabe, Apr 19, 2019 @ 8:10
• LIC Review: Diversified United Investments (ASX:DUI)
  

  Welcome to the latest LIC review!  This time, we’ll take a look at another investment company that tends to go unnoticed by most investors – Diversified United Investments (DUI). It’s a little bit different than the other LICs I’ve reviewed so far, and you’ll soon see why.  But I think it’s also a solid choice for income focused investors who want a reliable and growing ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Strong Money Australia, Apr 19, 2019 @ 6:50
• Earnest Student Loan Refinancing Review: Ultimate Flexibility
  In an industry that doesn’t lend itself to variety, it can be hard for a student loan refinancing company to stand out from the pack. However, Earnest has succeeded in finding some truly innovative ways to improve upon the typical student loan refinancing experience. Even though I have no affiliate relationship with Earnest, there is no doubt that they are one of the best student ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from The Wallet Wise Guy, Apr 19, 2019 @ 5:57
• Guest Interview on Life For The Better- Better Life Interview
  

  Hello FOGO Readers! I did a Guest Interview for Tim & L over at Life for the Better for their Better Life Interviews. 🙂 In their own words: The living a better life interview series is about how individuals are living a better life. Living a better life can come from financial independence, minimalism, tiny […] The post Guest Interview on Life For The Better- ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from From One Geek to Another, Apr 19, 2019 @ 5:20
• April 2019 Blog Statistics
  

  April 20th has rolled around, and it’s Easter weekend. Time for my monthly blog statistics report. I was able to publish four posts this month: Three Simple Ways to Make A Difference How Frequently Does Easter Occur on Each Date? March 2019 Book Reading List What Happens in Java If You Implement Two Interfaces with The Same Default Method? Alexa Global Rank → 1,131,251 Rank ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Joe’s GitHub Blog, Apr 19, 2019 @ 5:00
• Earn Crazy Interest with an Online Savings Account
  

  Online savings account are all the rage lately due to their high interest. And for good reason…they are awesome! I bought into that trend a couple of years ago, and I will never go back! I have been banking with Marcus (by Goldman Sachs) for a couple of years and I LOVE IT! Why? When I began banking with Marcus in 2016, my online savings ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Frugal Mermaid, Apr 19, 2019 @ 4:00
• Don’t Make These Expensive Mistakes When You Buy A Home!
  

  The process of buying a home can be a nervous and anxious time due to the amount of money on the line. On one hand, you are super excited to buy a new home but the other side questions if you are making a good decision. With all the legal hoops and paperwork involved, it’s easy to make a costly mistake if you are not ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Arrest Your Debt, Apr 19, 2019 @ 4:00
• The three biggest challenges following extreme early retirement
  My experiences with the challenges of early retirement may be atypical but then again, I am not aware of that many people who escaped employment before they were close to 50, so for what it is worth, I present to you the three biggest challenges following early retirement. These have, perhaps surprisingly nothing to do with being bored or worrying about running out of money. ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Early Retirement Extreme, Apr 19, 2019 @ 2:46
• Is a College Education Worth It?
  

  Financial Impulse’s “Is It Worth It?” series takes a close look at high-cost items and experiences with the mission to break down their costs and benefits. The higher education landscape is changing rapidly in the U.S. as well as worldwide. For instance, as an alternative to traditional four-year degree programs, online courses and shorter training programs like coding boot camps are becoming more prevalent. ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Financial Impulse, Apr 19, 2019 @ 1:23
• Project 1000: April 2019 – 653 Days to Freedom
  

  As you can imagine we have been pretty busy since the birth of Flamingo Jr. and I have spent little time thinking about our finances. One thing has become very clear to me in the past few weeks though... The post Project 1000: April 2019 – 653 Days to Freedom appeared first on Money Flamingo. ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Money Flamingo, Apr 19, 2019 @ 1:19
• Distressed bond opportunity in Forum Energy Technology
  It is Fixed Income Friday at the Raptor! music selection:  “Evening Star” — Dragonforce The markets are closed today for the Good Friday holiday.  I was busy yesterday in preparation however placing a limit order for a distressed bond.  I bid 90.5000 on (CUSIP: 34984VAB6).  The bond is trading near that valuation and I hope to get a fill.  Why FET? Forum has demonstrated that ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Financial Velociraptor, Apr 19, 2019 @ 1:14
• My Boyfriend Sucks with Money – The Financial Impacts of Addiction
  

  On episode 13 of My Boyfriend Sucks with Money, Brian and I discuss the financial impacts of addiction. It’s an interesting topic, and one that I’ve mentioned before in my blog post “The Worst Financial Mistake of my Life“. But Brian has dealt with addiction as well. I don’t think that’s shocking – I think every person on this planet at ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Partners in FIRE, Apr 19, 2019 @ 1:08
• 15 Money Saving Tips For Grocery Shopping On A Budget
  

  Groceries usually are one of the biggest expenses in a household budget. In fact, grocery items were the third largest spending category for my wife and I in the past. Unfortunately, not everyone knows how to shop smart when it comes to buying groceries. Here are a few tips you can follow to help get your grocery spending under control. They’re not hard and you could ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Money Manifesto, Apr 19, 2019 @ 12:14
• Weekend Reading for Financial Planners (Apr 20-21)
  

  Enjoy the current installment of “weekend reading for financial planners” – this week’s edition kicks off with the big news that the FPA has released the second iteration of its OneFPA Network initiative, which backs off the key controversial requirement for chapters to be dissolved and “nationalized”… but still doesn’t seem to effectively answer the question of why such a big organization-changing initiative is so necessary, ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Kitces: Nerd’s Eye View, Apr 19, 2019 @ 11:54
• The Guy Who Fills Your Keurig
  

  There’s an easy and obvious Code of the Keurig that should develop in a civilized world: You drink a mug, you fill a mug. But it never seems to, and economics explains why. Continue reading The Guy Who Fills Your Keurig at I, Vigilante. ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from iVigilante, Apr 19, 2019 @ 11:50
• TouchNote App Makes For Frugal and Fun Travel Souvenirs
  

  For many of us, taking a trip near or far doesn’t just mean coming home with memories and photographs, it also means bringing souvenirs home for yourself and your friends. Unfortunately, in addition to taking up room in your suitcase, these tchotchke and other gifts can get expensive. That’s why we’ve started opting for more practical souvenirs on our travels — including good old ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from Money@30, Apr 19, 2019 @ 11:18
• How to Deal with Financial Anxiety
  

  The other night I lay wide awake in bed tossing and turning.  The thoughts poured through my head.  What if we hit a downturn?  What… Continue readingHow to Deal with Financial Anxiety The post How to Deal with Financial Anxiety appeared first on Full Time Finance. ... Read the article >>>
  Curated from , Feb 27, 2019 @ 2:00

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