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I hope you enjoy reading these posts as much as I enjoy writing them. They will include topics such as personal finance, FIRE (financial independence retire early), familial relationships, and general day-to-day stories about life. The common theme will stay the same though - how can I get more TIME to do the things I love?
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Disclaimer: I am not a financial or tax advisor. All opinions are my own. This blog is based on my own financial experience towards personal finance.
One Proven Way To Become Wealthy
I have written about wealth and what it truly means to be wealthy. This article is going to focus on the money side of wealth, but...
ZachP
Jan 6, 20246 min read
Best Personal Finance Book For Young Adult
Disclaimer: I may receive compensation by you clicking on some of the links in this article. If you have stuck with me this long, know...
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Nov 8, 20234 min read
5 Money Tips To Boost Your Financial Health Before 2024!
Quick note: I have been a little off the grid since our high school football season began in August. As a reminder, other than being an...
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Nov 2, 20235 min read
#100. The Three Biggest Myths In Personal Finance
With our football season fast approaching, I am now publishing one article a week. If I am feeling eager, I may pump out some bonus...
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Jul 25, 20233 min read
#99. Another Boring "This Is My Why" Post
Well . . . I kept it short, so maybe it won't be too boring. Here is how our family spent Sunday, July 15, 2023. Sandy beach under our...
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Jul 17, 20232 min read
#98. What Makes A Milestone?
As I near my 100th article, I found myself asking, "what actually makes a milestone?" In a sense, milestones are very artificial. People...
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Jul 14, 20232 min read
#97. Whatever You Call It, Take Time To Meditate, Pray, Listen, Etc.
"Go, go, GO!" If you're not on the go, you are not moving forward. Right?? Spending time with your own thoughts can be tricky. Doing so...
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Jul 12, 20233 min read
#96. Obsession Is Okay . . . Until It Isn't
As with most things in life, you are fine heading down a certain path . . . until you aren't. As a teenager and young adult, most people...
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Jul 10, 20233 min read
#95. "I Wish I Knew What They Were Thinking." Here Is Why This Doesn't Matter
This comes up a lot in our job during plea negotiations, trial work, and other communications. "If only I knew what they were thinking,...
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Jul 7, 20233 min read
#94. What Does Writing Things Down Actually Accomplish?
Having someone in your life to keep you accountable is great, whether that is through a life coach, partner, friend, etc. However, once...
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Jul 5, 20232 min read
#93. How To Save For Short-Term Expenses
Here is your key takeaway: save for short-term expenses and invest for long-term wealth. For the vast majority of folks, myself...
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Jul 3, 20236 min read
#92. "I Hate Work! I Just Want To Retire!"
I hear or read this phrase or something similar almost weekly. It's at the tip of so many tongues. It's completely understandable why...
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Jun 30, 20232 min read
#91. Procrastination: The Terminator To Your Wealth-Building Journey
Procrastination can annihilate a person's wealth-building journey. It prevents you from changing jobs, starting that business venture,...
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Jun 28, 20233 min read
#90. Took A Month Off, But We Are Back To Meal Planning!
The food category is one of the biggest ways to save money. We started paying close attention to our food spending back in December of...
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Jun 26, 20232 min read
#89. When To Hire A Professional
Socrates, in Plato's Republic, Part 2, embarked on a thought experiment to build a "just city". The premise behind this city is that...
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Jun 23, 20233 min read
#88. How Would You Prioritize The Things In Your Life?
I tried this very short exercise, and it told me a lot about myself. I think everyone could benefit from it. Remember the old saying,...
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Jun 21, 20232 min read
#87. Five Tips For Better Time Management
If you have been keeping up with my blog posts over the last week or so, you can probably see a theme. Our life keeps getting busier, so...
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Jun 20, 20233 min read
#86. Personal Finance Is Personal
"It's called "personal" finance for a reason." The first time I heard that phrase was from Andy Hill, founder of Marriage Kids and Money....
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Jun 16, 20232 min read
#85. Don't Confuse Failure With The Finish Line
I have been writing this blog going on seven months now. Throughout this time, I have religiously posted to Twitter daily to promote my...
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Jun 14, 20232 min read
#84. Do You Suffer From Lack Of Time OR Lack Of Time Management?
What?!? Monday's post being published on Tuesday??? It sure is. The busier our life gets, the more I think about whether I have less...
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Jun 13, 20232 min read
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