We’ve never been great at budgeting. But using the anti-budget and automatic works well for us. This makes sinking funds a critical tool in our personal finance arsenal.
Financial Independence Basics
Are you new to financial independence (FI)? These posts will provide an overview of the key components. You'll be prepared to start building your path to financial independence.
You can start with the Primer, or choose a category to jump right in. If at any time you need help, just contact me.
What Are Index Funds? Why Would I Use One?
Have you heard someone excitedly talk about index funds, but didn’t want to admit your ignorance? Today’s post is for you! Read for a quick overview.
How Should I Use Savings Accounts? (Reader Request)
A reader recently asked about using savings accounts. A quick overview of account types and purposes. Don’t lose money by using the wrong account!
Investing – Make Your Money Work For You
Investing can be intimidating to many, but it’s important for building your path to financial independence. A quick overview of the basics of investing.
Strategic Savings: How to Create, Secure, and Deploy
New to FI? Savings is the main driver on your path to financial independence. This post covers common FI concepts in creating and using your savings.
Setting Your Financial Independence Target
How do you know when you reach FI? This post walks you through the process of setting your first financial independence target. Once you know your goal, you can start the drive to FI!
Sort your Spending to Speed the Journey
Your spending has a dramatic impact on your FI path. Know, control, and reduce spending to accelerate your trip to FI!
Two Powerful Numbers To Track Immediately
Do you want to reach financial independence? There are two important numbers you must start tracking tracking immediately. What, why, how.
Dealing with Debt
Nothing will kill your FI dreams faster than debt. Here is a quick overview of debt paydown strategy and student loan benefits for educators.
A Financial Independence Primer: Simple Concepts for New FIers
New to FI? The first steps into financial independence can be overwhelming. A primer of the most basic building blocks for new FI seekers.