Holiday Shopping on a Budget: Tips...
Okay, let’s talk about how to survive the holiday season and more specifically holiday shopping without completely draining your bank account. We’ve all been there – the pressure to buy gifts for everyone, the temptation of holiday sales, and the fear of overspending(especially with higher and higher prices). But fear not, my friend! With a
Weekend reading: Cheaper bond funds, for...
What caught my eye this week. Vanguard cut the fees on seven of its bond ETFs this week. For the full list see the table below. I got a heads-up on this fee-flailing from a thoughtful Monevator reader. They speculated that perhaps the price cuts were needed to gee up enthusiasm for bonds after the
What Would You Do If You...
What would you do if you retired early? Let’s check the available options and get you some ideas that make you very excited about your retirement! Many people don’t know what they want to do once they reach retirement. If you’re seriously working towards financial independence and retire early, you should outline what you want
Everything Physicians Need to Know About...
What if there was a way to own real estate, collect steady cash flow, and still show a loss on your taxes? For many investors, especially physicians with high incomes, that is not only possible, but it is one of the biggest advantages of owning real estate. The secret lies in a tax concept called
Designing your life
I am obsessed with the film Everything Everywhere All at Once. From the moment I saw the trailer, I knew the movie was meant for me. I was right. The film’s bizarre blend of action, philosophy, science fiction, taxes, and juvenile humor feels specifically targeted to me and my brain. For those unfamiliar, here’s a
#623: Q&A: “Help! My Mom’s Financial...
An anonymous caller feels trapped in a no-win situation with her financially reckless mother. She has the means to bail her out, but it doesn’t feel right. What should she do? Shannon is excited about investing in several companies overseas. But she can only access them using American Depository Receipts. What are they, and how
10 Low-Cost Hobbies That Can Become...
We all have hobbies. Things we enjoy doing in our free time to unwind or fuel our passions. But did you know some of those hobbies can be more than just a way to pass time? They could actually turn into profitable businesses. I’ve been fortunate enough to dive into a few of these myself.
How AI Is Changing the Way...
THIS POST MAY CONTAIN AFFILIATE LINKS. PLEASE SEE MY DISCLOSURES. FOR MORE INFORMATION. Artificial intelligence has come a long way since its inception, and in today’s world, it has proven itself as a powerful tool in boosting human productivity in various contexts. One of its modern-day use cases is assisting investors in managing their stock
When to Sell Your Luxury Watch
From the day you begin shopping to the day you make your purchase, owning a luxury watch is a highly coveted experience. Your timepiece should be special to you and bring you joy for many years to come. But sometimes, as the years go by, our tastes change and we can find ourselves falling out
Maximize Your Cyber Monday Savings: Smart...
Cyber Monday Savings Cyber Monday is the holiday season’s digital shopping extravaganza. With jaw-dropping deals on everything from must-have tech gadgets to chic wardrobe updates, it’s no wonder shoppers eagerly wait for this annual event. But let’s face it—navigating Cyber Monday can feel like trying to solve a jigsaw puzzle without the picture on the