Below is a snapshot of my expenses while working on the road in 2011. From volunteering in New Zealand, traveling through North America, Europe, and Asia, and housesitting in the Caribbean, there was a lot of variety. All in all I traversed 13 countries and a total of 73,000 kilometers Read more…
“Freedom” money is a beautiful concept, something that I’m sure many people dream about. The question really comes down to whether or not it’s something you really want for yourself. It’s not an easy road to get there, but you can make it there if you make the choice. Will Read more…
Every study reports the same finding: We spend more when we pay with plastic than when we pay with cash. And one of the most commonly offered pieces of advice for those trying to stick within a budget is to pay with cash rather than credit. Yet the strategy remains Read more…
I would say do what’s right for you. Self-employment and even side hustling isn’t for everyone, so make sure you ask around and get a lot of insight from those who have been there and done that. While I’ve always been a very dedicated, motivated employee, there have been really Read more…
Another trick is to think of yourself as a friend who’s asking for advice. Interestingly, people are great at seeing the rationalizations and lies of others, but are vulnerable to their own. By pretending that your situation is a friend’s instead, you’ll be more capable of defending yourself. via Keep Read more…
It’s easy to get distracted when the first thing your browser shows you in the morning is Facebook, Twitter, or your favorite site. Reduce the clutter by adding a separate, work-only account to Chrome. via Create a Separate Chrome User Account to Reduce Distractions.
Many of the cheapest online schools in the country also rank among the best-performing online schools in measures of faculty quality, technological capability, and student satisfaction. Ultimately, you want to go to an affordable online school that offers the bachelor’s or master’s degree program you’re looking for. In addition to Read more…
Perhaps you’re thinking “just don’t buy any more clothes!” Clothing, unfortunately, quickly gets worn out or outdated, and work and other special occasions will require us to invest in our wardrobes. Gaining weight, losing weight, and/or trying to clothe children who grow like weeds are also challenges. We can, however, Read more…
Financial freedom is different for everyone. However, it’s still important to have your definition of it. Is it $2 million dollars? $5 million? 6 rental properties? Or something less ambitious like mine – when passive income exceeds monthly expenses by 50% or more… Whatever it is for you, it has Read more…
Control what you can (your thoughts and actions), to make the right decisions, and to take personal responsibility. Control your mornings and you will win your days. Conquer the external chaos to overcome everyday challenges and to deal with life’s inevitable losses and disappointments with grace. Concentrate on what counts Read more…