Cheapest To Most Expensive Car Brands To Maintain Long Term
Amidst a recent whirlwind of car maintenance expenses with my trusty nine-year-old Range Rover Sport, I embarked on a quest to find the most budget-friendly...
Giving A Gift Card Is The Best Way To Help Frugal People Spend
Since middle school, I've embraced frugality, largely influenced by my parents' thrifty habits. They drove aging cars, donned the same clothes for decades, and preferred...
Components That Affect Mortgage Rates The Most
Contrary to popular belief, the Federal Reserve does not exert complete control over mortgage rates. Instead, it influences them, with the bond market determining the...
Investing In Private AI Companies Without Connections Or Big Money
I recently caught up with Ben Miller, CEO of Fundrise in person, about the Innovation Fund's latest investments in private AI (artificial intelligence) companies. Since...
Capital Distributions From Private Real Estate Are Wonderful
Recently, I received a capital distribution from a private real estate fund, and it couldn't have come at a better time. The experience brought me...
Don’t Buy A Vacation Property Until After You Have Children
Unlike buying a primary residence, where I believe you should buy one as soon as you can afford to, purchasing a vacation property is a...
Family Ski Vacations: The Cost Could Break The Bank!
In 2007, I had a dream of taking my future family on a ski vacation. I was an avid snowboarder and my wife enjoyed the...
A Tipping Guide To Counteract Tipflation And Feel Great Again
Tipping has become increasingly pervasive, leaving many wondering how much to tip without feeling like a miser. To alleviate this dilemma, I've crafted a tipping...
The Rich Pay More Than Their Fair Share Of Income Taxes
The rich are frequently criticized for not contributing their fair portion of taxes. However, when examining income taxes, it becomes evident that the wealthy actually...
The Right House-To-Car Ratio For Financial Freedom
After delving into the exorbitant prices of new luxury cars, I've come to the realization that a larger segment of the population is purchasing such...