7 Frugal Meal Planning Ideas to...
Budgeting for groceries can be a challenge, especially when you’re trying to provide healthy frugal meal planning ideas for your family. Whether you’re a busy family, working professional, student, or a stay-at-home mom, meal planning can be a fantastic way to save money, reduce food waste, and ensure your family eats healthy, home-cooked meals. Here
9 Questions You’re Not Legally Required...
Highway Traffic Patrol Car in Pursuit of Criminal Vehicle, Speeding up the Road. Police Officers Chasing Suspect on Road, Sirens Blazing, Dust Flying. Stylish Cinematic Shot of Energetic Action Scene When those flashing lights appear in your rearview mirror or a police officer stops you on the street, nerves can kick in fast. But even
Why I Don’t Offer Hourly Financial...
Before the article, here’s what’s happening this week on our podcast, Personal Finance for Long-Term Investors: Ken wrote to me last week and said: Jesse – Hard to say whether I enjoy your blog or podcast more. Both wonderful! I was looking at your “work with me” page… it looks like you don’t offer hourly
Is F.I.R.E really…a movement? – rich...
Advertiser Disclosure: rich & REGULAR is a member of affiliate marketing programs and may receive commission in exchange for promoting products and services. Montgomery, Alabama in 1955 was America’s racial reality in a nutshell. Segregation was the law of the land and Black folks knew their lane. In the middle of this deeply hostile and oppressive city,
How to Charter a Yacht for...
There’s a moment that sticks with me every time I step aboard a chartered yacht. It’s that first deep breath of sea air, the subtle sway underfoot, and the quiet realization that for the next few days, the world runs on your schedule. The itinerary bends to your mood. The dress code is barefoot. And
IRA, Social Security, income tax, and...
May 19th, 2025 by jblankenship. Photo credit: jb In determining your retirement benefits from Social Security, as well as those of any dependents who may claim benefits based upon your record, the Primary Insurance Amount, or PIA, is an important factor. The PIA is the amount of benefit that you would receive if you began
10 Fast-Moving Items You Should Always...
Running a sari-sari store in the Philippines means dealing with tight margins, limited space, and picky customers. That’s why it’s crucial to stock smart. This guide lists 10 fast-moving items that real vendors say they can’t afford to run out of — because customers buy them almost daily. Why Fast-Moving Items Matter Fast-moving items (or
June 2020 Net Worth Update –...
This is my official Net Worth Update for June of 2020. Below are my actual numbers for ALL my investments and liabilities as of 06/09/2020. Detailed explanations and a quick summary can be found below. If you would like to see my previous months net worth posts, please visit my Net Worth Tracker. I
Shopping at Costco the Frugal Way:...
According to the USDA, the monthly cost of food at home for a family of 4 ranges from a low of $1058.90 to a high of $1583.30. (That’s based on their March 2024 data for a “reference family” of a male and female, 20-50 years old, with two children, ages 6-8 and 9-11 years.) That’s
How to Earn Extra Money
There is no doubt that life is expensive right now and side hustles are a popular option to ease the financial squeeze—nearly half of working Americans (45%) currently have a side hustle. Whether you’re just trying to make ends meet or stash some extra cash to cover your wants rather than just your needs, a