Today, I’m thrilled to bring you a guest post from Julie! Julie, a 29-year-old living in the Pacific Northwest, is on a journey towards financial independence. She loves dogs, wine, and cheesy reality TV shows. Apart from her day job, she co-hosts the FIRE Drill podcast, sells on Etsy, and …
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Purchasing a Home Outright: Embracing Genuine Ownership
Last year, I visited a friend in the US who had just bought a house for his family. “Congratulations on the new house!” I said. He pointed to a small closet and joked, “That closet is ours, the rest belongs to the bank.” Like many families these days, they would …
Coronado Island Quarantine, Day 4 – Exploring Your Choices
Long time no blog! I’m using this quarantine period to get back into journaling and blogging. It’s a fun way to keep both you and me entertained. You might feel like you’ve missed a whole season of updates, but I’ll do my best to catch you up. In the meantime, …
Cultivating Financial Discipline through Martial Arts Principles
Nathan Clarke is a martial artist and personal finance blogger at millionairedojo.com, where he combines his passion for martial arts with financial advice. You can find him on Twitter @millionairedojo. From a young age, Nathan loved martial arts. He would watch Jackie Chan and Bruce Lee movies and practice their …
STEP 16: MASTER THE ART OF CAR REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE
This post is part of a 30-day series called the 30 Steps Program to Financial Independence. Yesterday, I discussed the importance of learning how to do things yourself. It not only saves time and money but also gives you a great sense of accomplishment. I love the idea of not …
Transforming Your Spare Room into Income: Is It Worth the Effort?
Is it Worth Renting Out Your Extra Room? I grew up in a large family, where holidays meant sharing cramped spaces, with all the kids in a big dormitory and seldom showering. Later, I lived in on-campus housing and small apartments, often with two to seven roommates. Whenever I’ve lived …
STEP 27: CRAFT A TIMELINE WITH MILESTONES AND TARGET DATES
This article is part of a 30-day series called the 30 Steps Program to Financial Independence. I’m a big fan of setting goals because they keep me motivated and moving forward. Sometimes I don’t reach my goals, but I’ll get back up, try again, or set a new one. When …
7 Financial Challenges to Embrace When Transitioning to a Stay-at-Home Dad Role
Good morning everyone! Let’s give a warm welcome to Brian Fourman. Brian used to be a personal finance and Bible teacher at a private school, but now he’s a stay-at-home dad and a blogger. He enjoys rental real estate, running, cooking, and sports. When he has free time, he loves …
Life in Coronado, Day 53: Navigating Stimulus Relief
It’s been a while since I last blogged! With quarantine giving me extra time, I’ve decided to get back into the habit of journaling and blogging in a conversational way to keep both you and me entertained. You might feel like you’ve missed out on a lot—don’t worry, I’ll catch …
CELEBRATE YOUR PERSONAL FINANCIAL FREEDOM: WHAT DATE MARKS YOUR MILESTONE?
Happy Independence Day to all my U.S. readers! Hope you’re enjoying your day off! Here’s a holiday tip that only a personal finance blogger might suggest: While you’re celebrating Independence Day, take a moment to determine when you want to achieve financial independence. I know it sounds a bit geeky—who …