On December 3, 2014, I earned $2,000 in one hour. Assuming a typical work year of 2,000 hours (40 hours per week X 50 weeks per year), that’s the equivalent […]
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#43 When Is Enough….Enough?
I think, perhaps, that I am not normal. I read a fascinating (and, to be honest, depressing) study by UBS recently, titled “When is enough….enough. Why the wealthy can’t get […]
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#41 7 Signs You’re On The Road To A Great Retirement
Just like signposts help us navigate our journey down the highway, there are certain telltale signs that indicate where we are in our financial journey and retirement planning. Today, I […]
Read more#39 Not My Circus, Not My Monkey
“Not My Circus, Not My Monkey” When I first heard this saying several years ago, the meaning wasn’t intuitive to me. I had to think for a few minutes, and […]
Read more#37 Enjoy YOUR Independence Day
July 4, 1776. Independence Day for the United States of America! Fireworks. Picnics. A Day Off Work. But oh, so much more. Our ancestors gave their all for this holiday. […]
Read more#32 When Can I Retire? (The Contingency Plan)
The “When Can I Retire” series is the most important set of articles I’ve written thus far in The Retirement Manifesto. Anyone within 10 years of retirement should run the […]
Read more#31 Have You Got 5 Minutes?
I consistently strive to learn from others. Also, I read. A lot. These two tendencies go together nicely. We can all learn from what others have experienced, and these experiences […]
Read more#28 When Can I Retire? (Step 2 – Income)
I’ve noticed a developing theme in this blog: a serious analytical post, followed by a few “lighter” philosophical posts. This wasn’t by design, but seems to fit the way my […]
Read more#27 Will You Be Forced To Retire Early? (Chances are the answer is “Yes”)
If your retirement plan consistents of working until you have enough money to retire, you may want to think again, or at least begin working on a “Plan B”. At […]
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#25 When Can I Retire? (Step 1 – Spending)
When Can I Retire? Do you ever ask yourself that question? It’s a question all of us ask as we’re preparing for retirement. Do you know the steps required to […]
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