Congratulations on taking the big step to propose to your partner! But before you tie the knot, it’s a good idea to take a close look at your financial situation. Here are some key financial areas to sort out before walking down the aisle: 1) Understand each other’s financial standings. …
CHOOSING YOUR GUIDE: THE IMPACT OF REMARKABLE MENTORS
Good morning! Today, I’m excited to introduce Joe Saul-Sehy, who is here to talk about how having mentors can help you achieve more than you ever thought possible. If you’re interested in guest posting on RFI, just let me know! Also, there’s a new post on Make Money Your Way …
A Cozy Abode in Guatemala: Week 45, Journeying to Europe
So, I got this crazy idea to check out last-minute flights to Europe and found a $150 flight from Cancún to Madrid. Getting to Cancún is a bit complicated, and figuring out what a French girl like me does in Madrid to get home is another hassle. But, long story …
Charming Guatemalan Home: A Two-Week Journey (Weeks 31-32)
Happy Monday! Let’s catch up on our favorite telenovela set deep in the Guatemalan jungle. After last month’s disastrous handyman situation, we’re beyond relieved that he quit. It turns out the carpenter—who had also been working while we were away—never saw the handyman arrive at 7am or leave at 4pm. …
PREPARE YOURSELF FOR THE ADVENTURE OF REAL ESTATE INVESTING
Today, let’s dive into real estate investing, focusing on the challenges you might face. Over the last five years, we’ve seen a big increase in foreclosures, leading to an uptick in real estate investment. Investors are grabbing rental properties at rock-bottom prices. Real estate investing is a great way to …
Charting My Journey to Financial Freedom
Hello! Today I’m excited to share a guest post from Taynia, a CPA and the founder of The Fiscal Flamingo, a lively website aimed at helping women transition from being in debt to enjoying financial freedom. When she’s not transforming big spenders into savvy savers, you can find her writing …
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 …
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 …
Charming Abode in Guatemala: Week 52 – The Return Home Edition
Hi there! I finally made my way back to Guatemala, just in time for my one-year anniversary. I had been away for over two months, and thankfully, the trip back was smoother than the outbound journey through Cancun. My route took me to Atlanta, where I had a 12-hour layover. …