**Reducing Your Energy Costs** This post is part of a 30-day series focused on achieving financial independence. A significant portion of your income likely goes towards energy expenses, including gas. Cutting back on these costs can free up money for your financial independence fund and benefit the planet as well—a win-win situation. **How to Lower […]
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After being married for three years, I’ve realized just how incredibly smart my wife is. I always knew it, but over time, my belief has only grown stronger. I’ve always been pretty good at sticking to a budget, but when it comes to finding creative ways to save money, I’ve always struggled. Cutting back on […]
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I came across an interesting piece of information on Free Money Finance: the median American net worth is under $69,000, mainly due to a drop in house equity, and most of it is tied up in retirement accounts, real estate, and debt. Today, I’m sharing how my wealth is divided. I manage four different currencies, […]
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April 14 started off pretty well. I got out of bed early to make a home-cooked meal for my husband before he went to work and asked him to go for a walk with me and the dogs around the campground. Just 30 seconds into our walk, Napoleon decided to pee on a neighbor’s concrete […]
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Hey there! So, you know how everyone dreams of taking international vacations every year? For many of us, especially those in far-off places like Australia, it’s a pretty common wish. I’ve found some great ways to make this dream a reality, and I want to share one that’s worked really well for me. Most of […]
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Good morning! Here’s an update for your Tuesday. After hosting the Carnival of Personal Finance yesterday, I hope everyone had a nice weekend. So, Easter week started off with us dealing with a broken fridge. It wasn’t really a surprise since the fridge was at least 10 years old and left behind by the previous […]
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Hi friends! If you read my last Little House in Guatemala update, you’ll know that I’m back home. Actually, I’ve been home for a while but have been super busy with Airbnb guests. We hosted eight people in the first ten days we arrived, plus my boyfriend’s aunt. On top of that, the lake has […]
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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 spending it with his four […]
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Whenever I visit Antigua Guatemala, a charming colonial town in the South, I am astonished by the number of retirees who have chosen to spend their golden years in Guatemala. Recently, I saw a question on Mr. Money Mustache about the best place to retire early, so let’s break down the costs. ### Typical Costs […]
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Can you really make 99 money mistakes? Absolutely, maybe even more! I was able to list 40 ways I’ve lost money over the years in just 15 minutes, so it’s likely our lifetime mistakes could easily hit three or four digits. Here are some of mine: – Forgot to fund my current account when monthly […]
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