Category Archives: General FIRE
Robo Advisors May Be Muddying The Water
Over the last several years we have heard a lot about Robo Advisors like Wealthfront and Betterment, and more recently M1 Finance. While the initial look at these investment services were promising – automatic investments into low-cost index fund with … Continue reading
5 Things I Would Tell My 25 Year Old Self
Most of us at one point or another has fantasized about being able to go back in time and relive some or all of your life, only knowing what you know now. One of the great things about this community … Continue reading
Being Owned by Your Possessions
I remember hearing an old saw once that defined happiness as “loving what you have, not having what you love.” The point is clearly that being satisfied with your life will make you happier than the constant pursuit of more. … Continue reading
What the Olympics and Financial Independence Have In Common
I admit it, I’m an Olympic junkie. I’m sure I’m not alone in this community (or any other for that matter). I can sit for hours and watch cross-country skiing and ski jumping, ice skating and even “sports” I don’t … Continue reading
When Should We Take Social Security?
I am approaching a retirement milestone this year. This is the year I turn 59 ½. It’s not the first artificial line I’ve crossed on the journey (55 for getting at my 401k without penalty was the first), but it … Continue reading
