Kids are expensive. Nobody says they will have kids to help speed up their journey to financial independence. However, many things in life are more important than pursuing financial independence. If …
How to Get Hired at Aldi: Tips From a Former Recruiter
Aldi has become the unofficial grocery store for the financial independence movement. They have done a fantastic job changing their image during the past several years. When I was in my early 20s, it …
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A Young Family’s Roadmap to Building Generational Wealth
Young families often face financial challenges when starting their journeys through life. These can be turbulent times as many are settling into their careers by getting jobs that pay decent money and …
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Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage or Invest Your Money Elsewhere?
In 2011 we were at a crossroads. Approaching $200,000 in total debt, we were sitting in a bank lobby getting ready to take out a home equity line of credit because two bathrooms in our home were …
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The “Pay Yourself First” Approach to Budgeting
A famous quote by Tony Robbins says, "Complexity is the enemy of execution." We can all think of an area where this has been true in our lives. Take exercise, for example. Everyone has an opinion on …
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