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I have been writing about money for nearly 20 years and believe that personal finance is one of those subjects that is made complicated because it benefits a select few. Our aim is to help make it easier to understand so that regular folks can use what we teach to take control of their money and build wealth.
Good morning Reader! I can't believe summer is almost over. π Our kids go back next week and it feels like we just let out! As we navigate the chaos of that last week of summer, here's a few things that caught my eye this week: π Small favor to ask - I was nominated in the Debt.com FinTalk Awards under Best Short-Form Content and need your votes if you think I'm worthy! You can vote three times a day (and 3x for the same person π₯°) every single day until September 14th. FedEx is refunding...
Good morning Reader! If you're wondering why the stock market is doing so well while Americans seem to be so pinched by inflation, the answer is technology. AI is clearly fueling this incredible run in the market even though many consumers are feeling squeezed. Remember, the stock market is NOT the economy. Interest rates might go up this year and anyone holding onto variable debt will see their payments go up. Higher rates are great when you're a saver, tough when you're a borrower. We're...
Good morning Reader! My family spent the better part of a week and a half up in the Lake Tahoe region, near Fallen Leaf Lake. I barely had cell service, no WiFi, and loads of hiking and nature. I loved it. This is the view from Mt. Tallac at 9,739β² above sea level: Lake Tahoe & Fallen Leaf Lake It's important to unplug sometimes and get a bit of perspective on life without the interruptions. It doesn't have to be at 9,739 feet but I find that nature helps. And it doesn't have to be for a week...