LESSONS FROM A 700-MILE HIKE: INSIGHTS INTO FINANCES AND LIVING

This is a guest post from Brian Groener, a 22-year-old index fund investor from Philadelphia, PA. Recently, he graduated from university and is currently working as an engineer just outside Philadelphia. Brian enjoys his job and has just started his journey towards financial independence. He is also passionate about outdoor …

7 Strategies for Optimal Financial Management

Managing your finances can really pay off in the long run. By keeping a close eye on your bills and saving more effectively, you’ll gain better control over your money. This allows you to put away extra funds for things like a vacation, a much-desired car, or your retirement. To …

PURSUING FINANCIAL FREEDOM: A REALISTIC PATH OR AN ENDLESS QUEST?

“Chasing Pavements” is a song by British singer Adele, inspired by a personal incident with her boyfriend. After discovering he had cheated on her and punching him in the face at a bar, she walked down the street alone, wondering what she was chasing. She realized she was chasing something …

Top 4 Online Jobs Perfect for College Students

Good morning, everyone. Today, over at Make Money Your Way, we have a guest post by Basheer Ahmad. He shares some effective methods for college and university students to make money. You can read more by clicking here.

MY JOURNEY TO INVESTING YOUNG, GRADUATING DEBT-FREE, AND ACHIEVING FINANCIAL FREEDOM

I built a net worth of over $100,000 by the time I graduated from college at 21. My goal was never to become fabulously wealthy and splurge on Ferraris. Instead, I wanted to be my own boss and live life on my own terms. Even as a kid, my desire …

How Three Key Decisions Enabled My Multi-Million Dollar Retirement

I’ve spent years diving deep into personal finance, always on the hunt for that elusive secret to amassing great wealth. Fast forward twenty-five years, and here’s what I’ve figured out: there isn’t a secret. Building wealth is mostly about common sense, discipline, and giving it time. Essentially, all of the …

2026 in Two Key Terms

Hi there. It’s been quite a while, hasn’t it? You still look great. Wondering where I’ve been? Well, that’s a story for another day. I took a break from blogging, and now as I share my goals for 2016, I’m inspired by folks like Chris Guillebeau and Maria who sum …

HOW EMBRACING SIMPLICITY TRANSFORMED MY STUDENT LIFE – THE THRIFTY SCHOLAR

Lewys Aron, also known as The Frugal Student, is a 23-year-old dividend growth and value investor from Wales, UK. Currently, he’s studying Welsh at Swansea University and has a passion for finance and investing. Instead of accumulating debt like many students and millennials, he will graduate with over £15,000 invested …

My Journey to Rapid Wealth Accumulation

I was chatting with a friend recently about how having kids made him a better employee. His motivation to provide for his children pushed him to work harder than ever. He mentioned that before he had kids, he could barely make ends meet, but now he’s making more money than …

12 Expert Strategies to Elevate Your Airbnb Hosting Game: Become the Ultimate Host

I’m a big fan of Airbnb, the website that lets you rent out your room to travelers for a night, a week, or even a month. I love the flexibility it offers and, of course, the extra income! If you’re new to hosting on Airbnb, here are some tips to …