Buying a used car can be exciting but also a bit daunting. We just went through the process of purchasing a new (to us) vehicle for the first time in 17 years. Having driven the same car for so long, … Read More
*record scratch* *freeze frame* Yup, that’s me. You’re probably wondering how I ended up in this situation… This was just over one month ago, right before getting wheeled into the operating room for a total hip replacement surgery. Most people … Read More
My wife, Allison, and I were fortunate to be able to retire in our mid-40s. It wasn’t easy. We worked hard for many years, saved and invested diligently, created extra income with side businesses, and lived a frugal lifestyle. You … Read More
The nice thing about reducing your carbon footprint is that you can help the world while also saving yourself money. My wife, Allison, and I have always been conscientious about conserving resources — both for the environment and for our … Read More
One of the most common questions to ask someone when you first meet is “So, what do you for a living?” In some cultures, this might seem too forward or a bit awkward. But in America, “what you do for … Read More
You may think retiring early is a magic pill that will automatically solve all your problems and make your life amazing and wonderful. Perhaps you envision a happy-go-lucky life filled with sunshine, white sand beaches, rainbows, and butterflies. On the … Read More
My wife, Allison, and I just returned from a two week adventure in China (and I’m still getting over the jet lag). When we weren’t flying, driving, floating down a river, or careening along the countryside on a high-speed train, … Read More
I had a very modest upbringing as a kid. I grew up in a suburb of Columbus, OH, where we lived in a rented townhouse apartment. It was nothing fancy, but it was comfortable and located in a good school … Read More
Do you worry that your life will become boring when you retire? Perhaps you already feel like your life is boring. Let me guess, your life goes something like this (give or take): Get up in the morning, eat breakfast, … Read More
What is an “accomplished life,” and how do you create such a life for yourself? In short, it’s a life that makes you feel proud, fulfilled, content, and inspired. When you’re on your deathbed, you’ll be able to look … Read More