Wondering how much to spend on vacation while being fiscally responsible and still having a

Have you ever feared running out of money? I have. This fear is why there’s

For over a decade, I’ve been witnessing a phenomenon that has left me scratching my

It’s fascinating how two people can interpret a single image so differently. The same holds

I’ve now paid cash for a home twice: once for a fixer in 2019 and

I believe in personal responsibility. So should you. If we take responsibility for our actions,

Money is great, but it can also create awkwardness among friends, colleagues, or even strangers.

If you want to invest in venture capital, I believe it’s more beneficial to invest

With the New York Times article on Fat FIRE, I’ve been thinking a lot more

Originally, I planned to title this post, “Getting Rich by Getting Lucky Doesn’t Feel So

Income taxes can hinder wealth creation. Fortunately, for Americans seeking to save on taxes, there

Understanding the fundamentals of personal finance is pivotal for kids to successfully launch into the

On August 7, 2023, I received an email from Amy X. Wang, the assistant editor

One of my ongoing challenges as a writer is explaining financial concepts in an easy-to-understand

In October 2023, my passive income took a significant $150,000 hit, representing a decrease of

Understanding how home prices fluctuate over time is one of the most intriguing insights gleaned

Well folks, as anticipated, bidding wars are back with a vengeance, at least here in

Despite my extensive experience of 13 years working in international equities, living abroad for the

My life has been filled with rejections, and I’ve finally come to embrace rejection as

Amidst a recent whirlwind of car maintenance expenses with my trusty nine-year-old Range Rover Sport,

Since middle school, I’ve embraced frugality, largely influenced by my parents’ thrifty habits. They drove

Contrary to popular belief, the Federal Reserve does not exert complete control over mortgage rates.

I recently caught up with Ben Miller, CEO of Fundrise in person, about the Innovation

Recently, I received a capital distribution from a private real estate fund, and it couldn’t

Unlike buying a primary residence, where I believe you should buy one as soon as

In 2007, I had a dream of taking my future family on a ski vacation.

Tipping has become increasingly pervasive, leaving many wondering how much to tip without feeling like

The rich are frequently criticized for not contributing their fair portion of taxes. However, when

After delving into the exorbitant prices of new luxury cars, I’ve come to the realization

During the global financial crisis in 2008 – 2009, I expected the San Francisco Property

If you’re a book collector, I wanted to give you a heads up that the

Education is the key to freedom for all of us. Therefore, I’ve made the decision

In 2002, at age 25, I foolishly bought a new luxury car, a Mercedes Benz

Who stands to gain the most from the settlement reached with the National Association of

Now that I’m on a quest to save money and improve my cash flow, I’ve

If you’re aiming for a more cost-effective lifestyle, you might find it surprising that opting

Lately, I’ve been pondering why I have less admiration for men who claim to be

Exciting news for homesellers and homebuyers! The National Association of Realtors (NAR) has reached a

If you’ve been feeling down despite the apparent strength of the economy, I can relate.

I’ve faced criticism for encouraging my wife to re-enter the workforce after she left in

When I speak to the media, one of the most commonly asked questions I get

Zillow recently released an intriguing study that outlines the income needed to afford a “typical

With negative cash flow, I’ve embarked on a mission to trim unnecessary expenses from my

One of the most effective ways to build semi-passive income is to own your primary

I might have made a significant error by disseminating incorrect information about what constitutes a

Now that cash flow is tight, I’ve reviewed all the expenses where I could potentially

For those of you who are looking to upgrade homes, let me tell you a

In 2009, I established my first rule of FIRE: generate enough passive income to cover

After receiving significant criticism for my post, Embrace Living Paycheck-To-Paycheck To One Day Be Free,

I once encountered an actor in Paris who had secured minor roles in significant films,

Living paycheck-to-paycheck is an unpleasant financial experience. Not only does it mean needing to spend

Money is great. Money provides freedom. But you will always regret sacrificing love for money.

Our first visit to the emergency room unfolded three years ago when our daughter displayed

A common suggestion people have made to help me regain my financial independence is to

In general, the longer you stay invested, the greater your chance of making money. To

During my time living abroad, about 90% of my friends were fluent in a second

I’ve been documenting my journey in Financial Independence Retire Early (FIRE) since July 2009. I’m

After publishing my post on no longer being financially independent, several media outlets picked up

My family and I could have been set for life. Instead, due to my inability

In 2017 and 2019, I superfunded two 529 plans for my two children. Since then,

When my kids were born, I made a promise to be a stay-at-home father for

In December 2016, I purchased a 2015 Range Rover Sport with 10,800 miles. At the

In a compelling TikTok video, Brittany Pietsch chronicles her own experience of being laid off

At the end of 2023, feeling burnt out and in need of a peaceful environment

In this episode, I interview Ben Miller, the CEO of Fundrise, discussing his revised perspective

While I consider myself frugal, there are instances where saving money isn’t worth the additional

On Jan 2, 2024, Claudine Gay resigned as the president of Harvard University amid public

Everyone aspires to be a self-made millionaire, but surprisingly, there are fewer self-made millionaires than

In 2024, I am transitioning from a spender to a saver mindset. I am returning

Happy new year everyone! For 2024, my theme of the year is, “One last year

I’ve been writing year in review posts for over a decade now. It’s a rewarding

At the end of every year, I highlight the best posts and podcasts on Financial

With stocks again near record highs, it’s a good idea to find ways to spend

The end of the year is always the best time to reflect and plan. I’d

In this Financial Samurai podcast (Apple, Spotify), I have the pleasure of speaking with NBA

Now that I’ve published the 2024 S&P 500 predictions, let’s look at the 2024 housing

While watching some competitive 5.0 tennis, a top 1% level, I suddenly started to reflect

After a bull market in 2023, let’s look at the 2024 Wall Street forecasts for

House rich, cash poor is when you have a lot of equity in your house but

In my post, the percentage of homeowners who pay cash, a reader asked my opinion

Anticipating future trends can lead to smart investments. Drawing from my 20 years of real