Here we are, nearing the end of our 13 money resolutions for 2013 series. We’ve made it through twelve resolutions, and now we’re at the final one. If you’ve been working hard, it’s time to relax and remember that money isn’t just for saving; it’s also for enjoying. Here are a few ways to get […]
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When I was in high school, it was a given that I would go to college. I always did well in school, but I wasn’t really passionate about any one subject. I liked languages the most because it felt like a mini escape from the classroom. On the other hand, subjects like math, literature, and […]
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I was chatting with a friend recently about how having kids made him a better employee. His motivation to provide for his children pushed him to work harder than ever. He mentioned that before he had kids, he could barely make ends meet, but now he’s making more money than ever, enough to support his […]
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I’ve been sharing tales of sun, exotic places, affordable living, and travel for months now. Many of you have commented with things like, “Oh my god! You’re living the dream!” which really brightens my day and reminds me how lucky I am. But let’s be honest for a moment. Who would really want to live […]
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If you’re looking to save money on just about anything you buy, consider checking out these six tips for negotiating better deals. For more details, click here.
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Here’s how Clarisse turned her financial life around and bought a home: My husband and I got married young—he was 18, and I was 19. By the time I was 21, we had our daughter, without really thinking about the financial aspects of having a baby. We were pretty immature back then. Luckily, our parents […]
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It’s been a while! I’m using this quarantine period to dive back into journaling and blogging in a more personal way, hoping to keep both you and me entertained. It might seem like you’ve missed a lot of updates, but I’ll do my best to fill you in as we go along. In the meantime, […]
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Good morning! Usually, today’s the day for a recap of my life in Guatemala, so I’m sharing a post I wrote when I first arrived about why I ended up here. Hope you enjoy it! Cancún, Mexico. I’ve just landed, and my dream house—on a little piece of land by a big lake in Northern […]
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If you’re reading this, it means I still don’t have Internet access in Guatemala, but I’m working on it! Last week, a reader asked how I manage to travel and fund my way around the world. Since several people have asked me this in the past, I decided to respond with this two-part series. The […]
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This week I’m hitting the four-month mark here in Guatemala. Since catching the travel bug back in 2003, I haven’t spent many consecutive months in one country. After a round-the-world trip that ended in 2004, I lived in Guatemala from 2004 to 2006 but was always on the move, exploring the region, returning to Europe, […]
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