When I was a kid, I was lucky to have amazing parents who always discussed interesting topics, especially at dinner. Driving to school with my dad was always special because he would teach me about various subjects like the difference between Protestants and Puritans in Elizabethan times or how to …
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Cozy Abode in Guatemala: Weeks 26-30 Insights and Experiences
Happy Monday! I’ve been back home for three days now after a much-needed and relaxing month in France. So, what happens when you leave your cozy little home for a month and count on your handyman to take care of the garden, animals, and house? Absolute chaos. While I was …
Embarking on My First Vacation in Four Years
I’m finally taking my first real vacation in four years! I know what you’re thinking, haven’t I been traveling nonstop? Sure, I spent six months exploring Mexico and the US on a motorcycle in 2011, another six months traveling all over Europe last summer, and just returned from three months …
EXPLORE THE LATEST FROM OUR EUROPEAN ADVENTURE: SEVILLA AND MOROCCO
You can catch up on our previous motorcycle adventures through France, Northern Spain, and Portugal. Here’s how our journey went this time: After crossing back into Spain, we headed straight to Sevilla. We needed a new tire for the bike, specifically Michelin’s newest Anakee3, because our old one had clocked …
“Mastering the Art of Packing for Extended Motorcycle Journeys”
When you’re planning a motorcycle trip that lasts a few months, packing can be a real challenge. Last summer, we went on a six-month journey around Europe, from Turkey to the North Cape in Norway. This trip required us to pack clothes for both hot and cold weather. Our trip …
Effective Strategies for Overseeing a Rental Property Remotely
Hey there! Today I’m sharing some tips at Modest Money on how to tackle debt by boosting your income. I also chatted on Joe’s Stacking Benjamins podcast about retiring abroad, which was a blast even though I’m not a pro like Joe! So, I own a three-bedroom flat in the …
THE FINANCIAL PITFALLS OF TRYING TO MATCH YOUR NEIGHBORS’ LIFESTYLE
Natalie from Everything Finance is here to talk about managing your finances in comparison to your neighbors’. At Everything Finance, you can find information on investing, insurance, shopping, blogging, and making money online. We’ve all been there: your neighbor pulls into their driveway with a brand new car, and you …
Imagine Owning a 5-Bedroom House for Just $100 – Would You Take the Plunge?
I’ve been spending more time than I probably should on Zillow, dreaming about building a real estate empire. Ever since Detroit declared bankruptcy, I started wondering if things might get better for the city or if it’s destined to face ongoing economic struggles. I first looked into properties in Flint …
MAKING A STRONGER INCOME: WHY IT MATTERS
Last July, I launched my second website, MakeMoneyYourWay! This site focuses on the “earn more” side of the earn more/spend less equation, and today I want to talk about why earning more is important. When it comes to spending less, I really dislike waste. I make sure not to waste …
A Day in the Life at the Guatemalan Council: A Peek Into the Everyday
I’m currently sitting in the public works office of the council, trying to get some work done despite the loud music playing on the radio, making it hard for anyone to focus. Two guys are browsing Facebook, with one casually perched on the other’s desk, while two ladies decided to …