Have you ever considered that you might just be able to get by without upgrading your mobile phone every time Apple announces the latest iCraze? Don’t worry if you haven’t considered this yet, I, too, was once that person. I am embarrassed to admit that I used to partake in pre-order sales for the latest technological […]
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Don’t Be Ashamed Of Your Financial Story
It’s easy to become discouraged and even disgusted by your own financial story these days. Everywhere you look, a 20-something is making millions or a 30-something has enough money in investments to retire. And there you sit with heaping debt, not knowing how to fund your child’s college education, and a tiny retirement account. Financial blogs […]
We Didn’t Need New Glasses, But We Bought Them Anyway!
Now I understand you’re probably scratching your head; I mean c’mon, why the heck would anyone on the path to financial independence buy glasses when they don’t actually need them? The answer is simple. We spend plenty (read: a ton) of time staring at computer screens, iPad screens, iPhone screens – yeah, we still have iPhones […]
Are Educated Professionals Cheating Society By Retiring Early?
As much as I hate to think about it, there is something that nags at me. There is obviously a ton of hype around reaching financial independence these days. It’s nearly impossible to execute a few thumb flicks on any social media app without scrolling past a story about early retirement. The story typically goes something like […]
The Long And Sometimes Windy Road To Financial Independence – Vol. 1
Blogs walk a fine line between information and soul baring. I agreed to do a guest blog to contribute to Mrs. Mad Money Monster’s endeavors with this website, but did not look forward to the self reflection that comes along with it. So without delay, let’s get into the reasons I have chosen the path […]
We’re Reaching Financial Independence Without Bikes Or Beans
That’s right! We’re reaching financial independence without riding our bikes to work. Ever. First of all, let me say that I am in awe of people who put this much effort into their financial independence journey. It’s not only the effort that astounds me, it’s also one’s willingness to risk their life to reach financial independence […]