Month: June 2020

Taking Stock

Taking Stock

In any journey, the half-way mark is always an interesting – and symbolic milestone. Even more so this year as we navigate our way through a tumultuous 2020. Not that long ago, we were busy writing up our New Year’s resolutions. Those Australian wildfires were going to be THE story of the year. Next thing …

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Weekend Bonus Edition: Low Risk Corporate Bond Investing

Over the past few months, I have been spending a fair bit of time on the topic of investing in bonds. For some people, bonds represent an excellent way to soften the inevitable volatility of the stock markets. For others, it’s a way to exercise full control over the timetable of their retirement. And as …

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A Matter Of Time

A Matter Of Time

One of the biggest obstacles we face on the path to success is the concept of time frames. As a species, humans are just so damn impatient. Genetics plays a big role here. Put simply, delaying gratification was never the utility-maximizing strategy. For thousands of years, scarcity of resources, non-existent property rights, and high mortality …

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Want To Reach Financial Independence Faster? Multiply Your Number By 10

Set your goals higher

Solving for the best way to reach financial independence can be a frustrating exercise. Inevitably, it involves making some hard decisions about your current lifestyle and spending habits. And while the good life is certainly there for the taking, it sure feels like it’s far, far away. As anyone who has ever run the spreadsheet …

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It Won’t Happen To You

It Won't Happen To You

When Randall Stephenson announced he is retiring from his role as the CEO of AT&T a few weeks ago, he sure caused a stir. Donald Trump took an instant swipe at him on Twitter. Clearly, no love lost between CNN and the White House these days. Take that, Stephenson! Others were slower off the mark. …

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