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 …
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Gratitude Overflows: RFI Earns Coveted Spot as Plutus Awards Finalist!
I want to extend a huge thanks to everyone who voted for Reach Financial Independence as the Best International Personal Finance Blog for the Plutus Awards. You all are amazing! I’m truly honored, especially because I didn’t ask for votes, so it was a wonderful surprise to see my little …
AVOID BREAKING THE BANK FOR THE NEW IPHONE 6: TRY THIS ALTERNATIVE STRATEGY.
Brent from VOSA, a world record holder, inventor, engineer, entrepreneur, traveler, and optimist, shared some thoughts on Apple’s latest iPhone release. If you’re an iPhone user or just into the latest tech, the new iPhone likely caught your eye, even if you recently bought an iPhone 5S. Apple is a …
MASTER THE ART OF STRATEGIC INVESTING
Cryptocurrencies have huge potential as an investment, though they’ve also seen plenty of ups and downs. Unless you’re a professional trader, it’s wise to manage your risk by following sound investment principles. Without proper risk management, investing in cryptocurrencies can feel a lot like gambling. One challenge is the plethora …
A Cozy Abode in Guatemala: Reflecting on Month 20
It’s time for another installment in our awesome side hustle ideas series. Today, I’ve got some more great ideas for you, so check them out at Make Money Your Way! We had a busy summer, especially with the land development project. We started by digging a well, which was quite …
ENTITLEMENT SYNDROME – AND THE HIDDEN TOLL IT’S TAKING
Good morning! Today, I’m sharing insights on spending habits and financial independence from Vanessa at Liberty Loves Company. She talks about using money as a tool to achieve freedom, how to become financially independent, and what it truly means to live well. Vanessa enjoys the perks of living in New …
A Cozy Abode in Guatemala, Seventeen Months In
If you want to see where this journey started from day one, I’ve put together a handy page with links to all my previous posts about the house and life in Guatemala, including the cost of living and travel tips. Check out my Guatemala page. It’s been a hectic month. …
FORTUNE FAVORS THE WELL-PREPARED
A lot of people play the lottery because they hope to get rich quickly without much effort. Those who actually win are considered lucky because the odds are so slim—about one in a few million. So, if you bought several lottery tickets tonight, chances are you wouldn’t win anything. Surely, …
Transitioning from Freelancing to Running Your Own Small Business
Are you considering moving from freelancing to starting your own business? And do you want to build a team of talented individuals so skilled that you can dominate your entire niche? But there are quite a few risks involved in transitioning from freelancing to running a small business.
Mastering the Art of Balancing Work and Travel
Hi there! Today, I have a guest post from Christine, the owner of Wealthy Way Online. She’s a blogger striving to enhance her online income. Originally from New Zealand, Christine plans to become location-independent, traveling the world while enjoying different currencies and tasting the best desserts globally. Back in 2010, …