Don’t Aim For Success. Aim To Be Valued
Why focus on success when you can bring more value to those around you? There’s no right and wrong answer but here’s my experience.
Simplify Your Life by Trading This For That
I enjoy having a couple of hours to myself every day. I like being alone, not in the sense that I’m anti-social but in a way that’ll allow me to stay focused and get lost in my deep thoughts. Having two different cultures when you’re in your prime can make things harder, especially when you’re
DEBT OVERVIEW – APRIL 2022 [BALANCE $13K]
For the first quarter, not much has changed in terms of debt reduction. And I’ll tell you why. Two things happened: Saving For A Down Payment With rent increases, mortgage rates slowly climbing, and children growing at such a rapid pace, The Wife and I decided to begin our next chapter with the most expensive
Private or Public Sector: Which is better?
Have you ever wondered if working for the government is worthwhile? Will I be able to make as much money as many others in the private sector? These were the kinds of questions I used to ask myself in college. This is also for you if you’re currently employed in any industry and considering a
How We Handle Our Money As A Couple
Managing money as a couple can be challenging when two paychecks and two financial conditions collide. If you’ve ever wondered why it’s so difficult to bring up the subject of money with your significant other, you’re not alone. You’re not the only one who feels this way. According to statistics, finances are one of the
Is Driving for Uber Worth It?
You have a decent car, a clean driving record, and unlimited data on your phone, and you’re looking for ways to supplement your income? Working for a ridesharing company is one of the better possibilities available. You may set your own hours, work for yourself, and meet a lot of intriguing people. What it’s like
Make Your Paycheck Last Longer
Money tight? Do you want to stretch your paycheck further? Many of us desire such a situation. I’ll occasionally consider how I may reduce my expenses even further in order to save money till the next payday. It is feasible, but only to a certain extent. According to CNBC, 63 percent of Americans have been
Motivate Yourself On Your Debt Repayment Journey
If you’re reading this, I’m guessing you either want to start paying off your debt or you’re already doing so but get sidetracked from time to time. You’re not alone, to be sure. Depending on your circumstances, becoming debt-free might take a long time. Some people feel that the greatest approach to get out of
Net Worth: My Journey Year 2
My Journey Year 2 $15,368.86 Happy New Year 2022!!! Welcome to the second year of my financial adventure. While there have undoubtedly been ups and downs along the way, the most important lesson I’ve learned is to continue investing regardless of how unpredictable the market gets. Even with the investing pause I took to quickly
DEBT OVERVIEW – DECEMBER 2021 [BALANCE $13K]
I hope you had a fantastic holiday season. For our part, we did not travel as we usually do and instead chose to stay in the area, especially with the introduction of the new variation. For my wife and me, it worked out rather nicely. We were able to work additional hours, which helped our