Whether it’s for extra income or to set yourself up for a new career, many people are taking advantage of the side hustle era. According to multiple reports, roughly half of all millennials and…
The USNS Harvey Milk, named for the openly gay Navy veteran who served in the Korean War, is making headlines. This replenishment oiler is in the news, not for a military-related reason, but due…
The debate over debit cards versus credit cards seems to be never-ending. Advocates of both sides love to get into the weeds about which one is the best choice if you want to avoid…
For everyone who lives or aspires to achieve financial independence and retire early in the “FIRE” movement, you must set a target net worth number. The goal is that once you hit this number,…
One of the most important things people want to do in retirement is to enjoy themselves. This is the whole point of the FIRE movement, especially ChubbyFIRE, when someone looks to set aside enough…
One of the most significant financial decisions anyone can make is when to purchase a home. Arguably, the single most significant expense for anyone, it’s hard to know precisely when the right time to buy is, as…
If you have over $20,000 in debt and growing, it’s completely understandable that you feel like you are in a position where you are drowning. The good news is that you are not alone…
If someone asks you when the right time to buy a house is, the answer could be anytime. It’s an unfortunate reality that trying to predict the best time to buy is downright impossible.…
It doesn’t matter why you want to try and retire early, there is no question that this idea is growing increasingly more popular by the day. Driven by the FIRE movement, the goal and…
When it comes to investing, there is no right or wrong answer as to how you approach the market. If there is any important lesson about being an investor, it’s that nobody can predict…
As soon as one person in a relationship wants to retire, there is an immediate need to talk it over with your spouse or partner. If you’re a single individual, this decision is entirely…
Let’s assume, for a moment, that you are the person responsible for budgeting in your household. You likely have a pretty good idea of how much the family spends on food monthly. If you…
It should go without saying that in today’s day and age, it’s perfectly normal to be concerned about whether or not you are setting enough aside for retirement. The hope is that you can…
If you’re in a position to walk away from your job and live comfortably before you hit Full Retirement Age at 67, congratulations, you’re in a great financial position. This is especially true if…
The hunt for the best credit card feels like a never-ending adventure that can take you down many different rabbit holes depending on your needs. For some people, it’s all about the cash-back benefits,…
Contemplating early retirement is something that everyone who believes in the idea of financial independence and the “retire early” movement should consider. It’s perfectly normal for everyone to want to set some financial goals…
The single biggest reason to take a cash-back or travel credit card is to earn as many points as you can based on your shopping or spending habits. With all of the different options…
One of the most important personal finance questions anyone can ask themselves is exactly how much money they need on hand at any given time. Whether it’s emergency money for a home, a potential…
With so much uncertainty surrounding Social Security and its solvency over the next 10 years, there is ongoing discussion about what, if any, steps should be taken. Short of a quick, bipartisan resolution that…
One of the biggest questions anyone in the FIRE world can ask themselves is what number they need to achieve to walk away from the workforce for good. For some people, it’s $1 million,…
