Are You Prepared for Cold War 2?
Normally, I’m a very optimistic guy. I’ve always been lucky and life has been extremely good so far. My wife and I started …
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A Head Start
Is Spending On Experience Overrated?
Whew! I finished our taxes and sent them in on time. Unfortunately, we owed the government over $3,000 because I didn’t pay enough …
April 2022 FIRE Update
Hey, everyone. Did you have a good month? I’m back in Portland and it’s great to be home. The weather was very uneven …
What are I Bonds and Why I’m Buying
First of all, I must confess that I’m not a big fan of bonds in general. I have always been a stock investor …
3 Major Milestones to Financial Independence
The journey to financial independence is a long and difficult road for regular people like you and me. After 25+ years of saving …
Focus on Your Saving Rate When the Market Fluctuates
Wow, what a ride this year has been! It’s only natural to feel anxious when the stock market drops or spikes too fast. …