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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Today is Monday, April 13, and I went shopping expecting the stores to be less busy before payday. Many people didn’t pay rent this month, and the military is distributing food, even though many military families still have the same income, with one partner in service and the other usually staying at home. I understand […]
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Hey there! Today, we have a guest post from Marvin, who runs the websites Brick by Brick Investing and TSP Investing. He’ll be discussing the fundamentals of the Thrift Savings Plan. Meanwhile, over at Savvy Scot, I’ll be sharing thoughts on the importance of helping others and practicing gratitude.
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Keeping track of your credit report is a crucial financial habit, no matter what stage of life you’re in—from starting out to retirement. To make any solid financial plans, it’s essential to understand your current financial status. Regularly checking your credit report helps you see how well you’re sticking to your financial goals and how […]
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Hello everyone! I’m excited to let you know that I’m finally taking a holiday after four years. I’ll be heading to Belize for a few days of rest and relaxation with my boyfriend, his sister, and her boyfriend. Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a wonderful holiday season. See you next week! Best, Pauline
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It’s been a while since I blogged, but I’m using this quarantine time to get back into journaling and blogging. It’s a great way to keep both you and me entertained. You might feel like you’ve missed a lot, but I’ll try to fill in the gaps as we go along. In the meantime, stay […]
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Good morning! Today we have a guest post from Matt Becker, a personal finance blogger at Mom and Dad Money. Matt is a proud husband and dad who enjoys sharing the lessons he’s learned with other young parents. I really don’t like it when I have to think about my money. Now, don’t get me […]
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I’ve been traveling around Europe on a motorcycle from early April to the end of August. Back in 2011, my boyfriend (BF) and I did a similar trip from Guatemala to Seattle and then to Washington D.C. on his motorcycle. This time, it was my turn to get a bike and handle the depreciation. We […]
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It’s been a while since my last blog! During this quarantine, I’ve decided to revisit my habit of journaling and blogging, speaking directly to you through a first-person narrative to keep both of us entertained. It might seem like you’ve missed a few updates—or perhaps a whole season! I’ll try to catch you up along […]
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