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Why do we build wealth?

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It’s hard to build wealth, which is why it’s so important to understand and know for yourself exactly why you’re doing it. … Read More

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Will millennials benefit from the largest wealth transfer in history?

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Millennials have gotten the short end of the economic stick for most of their adult lives. But this bad luck might be about to change. … Read More

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What is the I.B.E. Method for building wealth?

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I describe the method I’ve used for over a decade on how to take control of your financial life so that you have the money you need to spend on what you want. … Read More

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Why we believe people are rich or poor is changing

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I look at three studies by the Pew Research Center on how our beliefs on why people are rich or poor are evolving, and in a promising way. I know in my heart of hearts that the vast majority of … Read More … Read More

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Can anyone become wealthy?

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There are two competing worldviews in financial success: that anyone can get ahead, and that no one can. So, can anyone become wealthy? After being a financial coach for a decade or so, I’ve learned that there are two primary … Read More … Read More

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Why it’s time to stop your scarcity mindset

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The scarcity mindset is related not only to personal dissatisfaction but also to societal wealth inequality, so it’s time to put an end to it. As time goes on, I become less interested in the things that save you $5 … Read More … Read More

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What does the data say? Reading The National Study of Millionaires

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I review the National Study of Millionaires, the largest study of millionaires ever undertaken, by Chris Hogan and the Dave Ramsey team. Not too long ago, I reviewed the book “Everyday Millionaires: How Ordinary People Built Extraordinary Wealth—and How You … Read More … Read More

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Course review: How to Win the Game of Advanced Personal Finance

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I review “How to Win the Game of Advanced Personal Finance”, an online course by Ramit Sethi (from I Will Teach You Be Rich). A while back, I talked about purchasing a personal finance course. In response to the obvious … Read More … Read More

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Remember: income and wealth aren’t the same thing

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Managing your money effectively matters so much more than your income. Which is better to have, high wealth or a high income? The question isn’t a good one, and lacks nuance, but it’s a good test, in case you think … Read More … Read More

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Why your goal is to not care about credit cards (if you even care today)

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As you build wealth, the reasons to use credit cards fall away even more. Recently I wrote about my own revelation that, while I love collecting (and using!) frequent flyer miles, eventually, with my own financial goals in place, I … Read More … Read More

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