Many people often search online for the best ways to build wealth, hoping for profitable stock market tips or good retirement plans. But here, we’re going to take a different approach and discuss how you can build wealth by being smart. Being smart can mean many things. In this article, …
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Shedding Winter Weight: A Guide to Seasonal Fitness
Losing weight after the winter holidays doesn’t have to be so daunting if people avoid lingering and stop eating the leftovers.
CULTIVATING A FINANCIALLY WISE HOUSEHOLD – ENGAGING EVERY FAMILY MEMBER IN MONEY MATTERS
Do you think you have more patience for handling household finances than your spouse? Are you the one making most of the financial decisions because you’re more financially savvy? Have you ever involved your children in financial discussions? Many important financial decisions are made with the family in mind, yet …
THE REASONS BEHIND MY DECISION TO SKIP LEAVING AN INHERITANCE
In the personal finance world, we often find ourselves coming up with creative ways to make giving up enjoyable things more bearable. We pass on vacations we can afford, spend weekends watching free movies at home, and feel guilty for wanting anything that’s not in our budget. It feels like …
Harnessing the Power of Online Ventures for Ultimate Freedom
We’ve all read those articles about making money online and finding online jobs. These opportunities can be a fantastic way to bring in some extra cash, which can help you pay off debt faster or invest more quickly than you might otherwise. What’s great about these money-making opportunities is that …
Should You Consider Purchasing Land in Guatemala City?
I’ve been eyeing a lovely piece of land lately, and as you might know, I have some money I want to invest. I already spent $100,000 to secure my share of beach access on a 90-acre development up north, and I’ve done some roadwork and dug a well there. So, …
Exploring the Roots of Human Cruelty: Understanding Why People Act Harshly
I recently read J.D. Roth’s brilliant and touching article about his journey of self-transformation, starting from his days in primary school where he was bullied and labeled as a geek. Initially, he found happiness within his small group of geeky friends, but then he realized that there was a social …
New Venture: Thriving on Digital Earnings
I’ve been reflecting on the challenge Sam set for himself to generate $200,000 in online income, or else go back to a traditional job. My own challenge isn’t quite as ambitious, but it’s along the same lines. I’ve decided that for the last six months of 2013, from July to …
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE TRULY RETIRED?
There’s a poll at the end of this post, so please vote! With all the buzz going around in the personal finance sphere about who’s retired, early retired, or not retired at all, I thought I’d introduce the candidates and let you decide. You can also check out PK’s post …
EVALUATING THE PROS AND CONS OF INSTALLING A RESIDENTIAL SOLAR ELECTRIC SYSTEM
I’m excited to welcome Larry from The Skilled Investor, who has written an insightful two-part series on home rooftop solar power systems. My recent purchase of 17 solar panels for our home, probably to power a well pump for our land, made Larry’s insights particularly timely. I hope you find …