Now that you know the basic foundations of financial fitness, we’ll be taking a deep dive into each of them one at a time. Today we are covering the first foundation: spend less than what you … Read More
Outside of buying a home, college tuition is one of the most expensive investments a person can make. But it doesn’t have to be an investment that leaves you in debt for years to come. … Read More
With markets posting strong returns for the last year, now may be a great time to re-evaluate your current investments and consider what new opportunities might make sense for the next phase of your (investing) … Read More
Triathletes are typically goal-oriented folks with strong work ethics and a mindset that helps endure difficult things. You choose to push yourself and achieve the best that you can to the point that “DNF” is … Read More
I think we can all agree that triathletes are generally exceptional people ;), but what is it about being a triathlete that makes your financial planning different from your non-triathlete counter-parts? There are a number … Read More
It’s often been said that in life, there are only two certainties: death and taxes. And while I’ll admit this adage sounds morbid at face value, when you consider your financial future there’s no contesting … Read More
In a recent post, I suggested that you save more for yourself than you pay to the government. You can learn how to calculate how much you are paying to the government by following this … Read More
When asked the question: “How much did you pay the government this year?” what is the first thing that comes to mind? For many, the answer is something along the lines of: “I didn’t pay … Read More
Many new investors see the stock market (and other investment opportunities) as extraordinarily complex mechanisms that they may never fully understand. And in a way, this is true. The stock market is made up of … Read More
In our polarized world, extremes often get highlighted. For example, in a recent study, the Federal Reserve Board concluded that 40% of Americans can’t afford to pay for an unexpected $400 expense. However, this often-cited … Read More
