Happy 2019 Folks! Hopefully your hangovers have abated a bit by now. ;) 2018 was a pretty great year (mostly because we got to enjoy it with baby Sprout), but it’s hard to believe it’s already over. Without further ado, here are my 2019 money, business, and personal goals. … [Read more...] about 2019 Money Goals
No Mortgage! (how we did it) #FI Bound!
Well guys, we finally did it. Our housing mortgage expenses are by far the biggest part of our budget. I can now safely say that our “passive” income can fully cover this expense bringing us 2 giant leaps towards Financial Independence. Here’s how we make the magic happen. … [Read more...] about No Mortgage! (how we did it) #FI Bound!
Knowing the facts behind 8 common debt myths
Today's post is on the subject of debt and more specifically, the atrocious myths that precede debt. It's my pleasure to share this guest post from Amy Nickson. The floor's yours Amy. The Facts Behind 8 Common Debt Myths How do you feel when you have lots of payments due? Life can become a burden when you find yourself drowning in debt. You’ll no longer feel like the … [Read more...] about Knowing the facts behind 8 common debt myths
4 Awesome Ways for the Class of 2017 to Use Graduation Money
The late night (caffeine laced) study grind has finally come to a screeching halt. Congratulations! You’re mere weeks away from fully “adulating” but before you try out your corporate wings for the first time, and you’re probably going to have a graduation party that comes with gifts. Now that you have that big fancy degree, here are 4 great ideas for your graduation money. … [Read more...] about 4 Awesome Ways for the Class of 2017 to Use Graduation Money
The Rise of Bitcoin: My $246,000 Mistake
This bitcoin story starts back in 2011, when a dashingly good looking college student (yours truly) was sitting in his tiny upstairs bedroom in a shabby house shared among 3 impoverished dudes. He was fidgeting in a hand-me-down chair, with his index finger tensely poised to press the enter button on his laptop which would signal the transfer of $100 from his checking … [Read more...] about The Rise of Bitcoin: My $246,000 Mistake