I’ve seen various posts about real estate in different cities around the world, and I thought I’d share my experience in Guatemala. Guatemala has a unique market. It’s a small country with only a few desirable areas for expats. While some foreigners might live very modestly, such as a Spanish …
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EFFECTIVE RETIREMENT SAVINGS WITH THE THRIFT SAVINGS PLAN
**Saving for Retirement with the Thrift Savings Plan for U.S. Government Employees** When it’s time to think about retirement, there are many paths you can take. If you work for a private company, you probably have access to a 401(k). However, if you’re a government employee, there’s another great option …
13 Financial Commitments for 2013: #4 Curb Unnecessary Spending!
This post is part of a series on 13 money resolutions for 2013. You can check the first post for an updated list of the following ones. As you review your spending, look for ways you might be wasting money. Reducing waste can be relatively easy and helps save cash. …
Crafting a Financial Life Free of Worries
Good morning! Today we have a guest post from Matt Becker, a personal finance blogger at Mom and Dad Money. Matt is a proud husband and dad who enjoys sharing the lessons he’s learned with other young parents. I really don’t like it when I have to think about my …
CORONADO ISLAND LOCKDOWN, DAY 27 – LIFE IN MILITARY HOUSING
When I moved to San Diego and married an active-duty military member, one of the biggest changes was moving onto a military base. My transition went from being a beach bum in the Guatemalan jungle to becoming a military wife living on base. We decided to move into an RV …
Adventures Across Europe: From Southern Spain to the Heart of Paris
After spending two weeks in Morocco, we were excited to head back to Europe. We had around two weeks left to travel from Southern Spain to Paris to catch our flights. Though two weeks might seem like a long vacation, it felt short for us since we’re used to traveling …
Thriving with Health and Fitness in Your Twenties
I’m going to share four unique health and fitness tips to help you live a more prosperous and healthy life, focusing on your 20s.