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Musings on personal finance and more. Not written with AI since 2012.

Simple millionaire steps: Max out your Roth IRA

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The simplest and most flexible way to build millionaire-level investment wealth is through the Roth IRA. If you can max it out, you should. … Read More

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Roth, IRA, 401(k), oh my! How to figure out where to put your investment money

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If you’re confused about where to put your investments and in what order, I break it down to a simple order. … Read More

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There is no failure in financial wellness

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Learning how to manage your money better will take time, just like any new skill. Because of this, there is no such thing as failure. I received a very interesting question from a potential client on a recent consult. Now, … Read More … Read More

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How not sharing all finances can reduce conflict in your relationships

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Sharing all finances with a partner is a viable strategy, but it comes with the risk of conflict, such that it might not be worth it. I once heard a story about a married couple. They had an “All-In” agreement … Read More … Read More

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Your tech job is not secure

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The tech sector has started embarking on widescale job layoffs, which is as unfortunate as it is completely expected. Congrats! There’s a good chance that you’ve been laid off recently. This is especially true in the tech sector, where, according … Read More … Read More

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Knowing is better than not knowing

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Avoidance is common is personal financial matters, but even though it’s momentarily painful, it’s always better to know where you stand. One of the most common stances that people have toward money is avoidance. It’s so common that I have … Read More … Read More

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Past due: What to do when you’re behind on your debts

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Getting current with past due debts is one of the most urgent tasks for you to take care of, pretty much before you do anything else. I’ve talked about how to pay off debt. That’s that “debt snowball” thing you … Read More … Read More

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What to do when you’re paid biweekly

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You’re not getting bonus checks, even if it feels like you are. But getting paid biweekly gives you an chance to ensure some serious savings. When people get paid a regular income, it can happen at various frequencies, but there … Read More … Read More

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2022 in review: Best posts of the year

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I recap the best posts of 2022, including the ones my readers liked and the ones I’m most proud of. Happy end of the year! It’s been a good year for me. After more than two years of work, I … Read More … Read More

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