Hello, everyone! Today, I’m diving into the world of gel manicures, and I’ll be sharing my personal experience with you. Living in a small Guatemalan jungle, I rarely get manicures. On the rare occasions that I do, I usually end up feeling frustrated because my daily jungle activities quickly ruin …
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Progress Report: Educational Charity Pledge – July to August 2014
Since starting Make Money Your Way in mid-2013, I committed to giving 10% of my blogging income to support children’s education in my village. As mentioned in a previous update, I awarded two scholarships to the top middle school students so they could attend high school 150 miles away for …
THE ADVANTAGES OF PURCHASING STRUCTURED SETTLEMENT ANNUITIES DIRECTLY FROM THE ANNUITANT
Buying structured settlement annuities directly from someone who receives them has multiple benefits, and you can gain significantly if you follow the process carefully. A direct annuitant is someone looking to sell part or all of their future periodic payments for a lump sum at a discounted rate. The purchaser …
“The Cozy Abode in Guatemala: Month 15 Chronicle”
Good morning everyone! Today, I want to talk about what’s been going on around the house lately. After a busy period with contract workers, it’s now quieter since they’ve finished building. However, our handyman is still around taking care of things. He has a morning routine of watering the plants …
The Financial Commitment of Dog Ownership
Last weekend, I finally got a dog! I’ve wanted one for ages, but my nomadic lifestyle over the past decade didn’t quite fit with having a pet. Now that I have a stable home and some staff to help take care of the place and animals when I’m away, it …
Summary of Q1 Financial Objectives and Progress
Good morning! Just a quick reminder for everyone in the UK: the tax year ends on April 5th, so make sure you use up your ISA allowance soon. Back in January, I set some significant financial goals for 2014, and it’s time for a progress update! Rent out the guest …
A Cozy Abode in Guatemala: Reflections from Month 14
Here’s an updated version of your article using more conversational language for better readability: — Time for an update on your favorite Guatemalan telenovela! The big news last time was that our land development’s deeds got approved, complete with property titles. This was a huge win for us, especially since …
Strategies for Gaining Admission to Harvard Business School
I read an interesting guest post on the blog “I Will Teach You To Be Rich” by Jay Cross, who actually paid a fee just to apply for his dream job. It was a smart move for both him and the recruiter. The recruiter’s small barrier ensured only the most …
CANINE COMPANIONS: THE HUMAN-LIKE NATURE OF DOGS
Isn’t it funny how pets can resemble kids? We’ve had our little Great Dane, Napoleon, for a month now, and the more time passes, the more he reminds me of my toddler niece. For instance, both are on their best behavior when they expect a treat. I’ve yet to see …
Pursuing International Career Opportunities Aligned with Your Academic Background
Since graduating from business school in 2003 (feels like ages ago!), I’ve never held a job in France. Instead, I’ve had the opportunity to work in roles somewhat related to my administration degree in countries like Guatemala, Spain, and the UK. Eventually, I moved towards location-independent jobs and started freelancing …