Today, I’m thrilled to bring you a guest post from Julie! Julie, a 29-year-old living in the Pacific Northwest, is on a journey towards financial independence. She loves dogs, wine, and cheesy reality TV shows. Apart from her day job, she co-hosts the FIRE Drill podcast, sells on Etsy, and writes for her blog Millennial […]
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This post is part of a 30-day series called the 30 Steps Program to Financial Independence. Giving back is something I’m still trying to master. In Europe, people donate much less to charity compared to the US. We usually give a small amount to big NGOs and feel awkward when neighbors knock on our doors, […]
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I’ve been reading a lot about generational wealth transfer recently, especially now that I’m in my late 30s. It’s surprising to see some of my friends still relying on their parents to cover their rent, phone bills, or even luxury expenses like trips. They often justify it by saying they can’t afford their lifestyle otherwise, […]
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Have you been dreaming about retirement and making big plans? Maybe you want to visit family, travel, or dive back into your hobbies. One thing’s for sure: you’ll have more time on your hands than ever before. Many retirees find that after a few months of crossing things off their bucket lists, they’re ready to […]
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No one ever said they can’t wait to wake up at the crack of dawn to go to a job they don’t like with no clear plan to escape the grind. Everyone dreams of the day when they no longer have to rely on their job to support themselves and achieve financial independence. But the […]
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I just signed the sale agreement for my flat yesterday and I’m really hoping everything goes through smoothly! Hello! How was your September? Mine was pretty great; I enjoyed spending time in France with family and friends. As for my goals, here’s how I did: **Blogging Goals** – **Wins: 5** – **Fails: 2** I changed […]
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Yesterday marked the series finale of “Damages,” a show I’ve been following and really enjoyed for its well-crafted, fast-paced, and thrilling plots. The story revolves around a young woman fresh out of college who lands a job at a prestigious law firm, trying to survive under her tough boss, brilliantly played by Glenn Close. Five […]
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I know most personal finance experts say you should have an emergency fund, but I’ve never really worried about it for a few reasons. First, I’ve always been pretty good with my finances. I’ve saved a lot, so on any given month, if something came up, I could just stop saving and use that money […]
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I’m going to share four unique health and fitness tips to help you live a more prosperous and healthy life, focusing on your 20s.
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Over the past five years, I’ve learned a crucial lesson about money: financial success doesn’t just happen—you have to plan for it. Just like living within your means and saving for the future, setting clear financial goals is essential. No one cares about your financial goals as much as you do. The average American spends […]
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