We make lots of financial decisions every day. However, over the course of our lives, there are about 10-15 decisions that really matter. How well we navigate them will make an especially big difference in whether we struggle with money or live with financial freedom and joy. As I describe the decisions, please keep a […]
Weekly roundup of some of the best personal finance articles from around the web. Harvard professor: focusing on time instead of money can make you happier — here’s how (CNBC). If you can afford it, paying to free up time usually pays a big happiness dividend. Do I need a will? Who needs one and […]
Weekly roundup of some of the best personal finance articles from around the web. 5 common mistakes that cause new habits to fail (James Clear). Good insights for anyone with new goals for the new year. Two simple rules for building wealth (A Teachable Moment). “Simple beats complex in investing and life.” Those messy humans […]
Weekly roundup of some of the best personal finance articles from around the web. The year of the quitter. Seven things to stop doing in 2021 (Value Walk). A stop-doing list can be even more beneficial than a to-do list. More information is available about which college majors pay off, but students aren’t using it […]
Weekly roundup of some of the best personal finance articles from around the web. Spend your money on these three things to increase happiness, according to science (Becoming Minimalist). Good reminders about some of the best uses of money. 5 ways to land a promotion (besides showing you’re a hard worker) (Fast Company). How to […]
Weekly roundup of some of the best personal finance articles from around the web. Presidential elections don’t matter (for investments) (Morningstar). Your portfolio is apolitical. Our productivity is limited, but God’s is not (Made to Flourish — h/t to Art Rainer). How faith can bring order into our distracted, online worlds. Two estate-planning documents clients […]
Weekly roundup of some of the best personal finance articles from around the web. How rich people go broke (A Wealth of Common Sense). Even A-list movie stars make financial mistakes. Learn from Robert Di Nero’s miscues. 5 unexpected ways doing a budget will change your life (Live Your Wage). It’s simply the most powerful […]
Weekly roundup of some of the best personal finance articles from around the web. “Everyone who thinks the stock market is a game loses” (The Wall Street Journal). The best approach to investing shouldn’t be all that exciting. House hunters now need pre-approval letters to walk in the door (Money). The new rules of home […]
As my wife and I approach our 21st anniversary, my mind isn’t just on financial matters, but the occasion did lead me to reflect recently on the best financial advice we received before we got married. It came from the pastor who led us through some pre-marital counseling. What to do with a second income When a […]
If you had $18,000 to spend on a used car, your options would include a 2017 Honda EX and a 2014 BMW 535i. Tell me honestly, which would you prefer? Ah, but you know it’s a trick question. Sure, the BMW seems like it would be a lot more fun to drive. However, over time, […]
