Planning to Retire Early? Hold Off on the IRA
Don’t just blindly accept your CPA’s suggestion to invest in an IRA. If you plan to retire early, an IRA doesn’t make much sense.
Author: georgesaines
How Big of an Emergency Fund Should you Have?
It’s a very good idea to keep an emergency fund for your family. But how many months of spending do you actually need?
What’s the Best City for Techies in 2024?
It used to be that the best city for techies was clearly the Bay Area. Now, I think the best city is a bit further north.
How to Own a Sports Car and Not Wreck Your Finances
Sports cars can be a financial disasters. But with the right approach and research you don’t have to wreck your finances to zoom zoom.
Double Your Emergency Fund With a Money Market Account
If you maintain an emergency fund, you should keep at least some of it in an account that pays higher interest rates.
Personal Finance Advice for the Young and Motivated
I too, was once young and motivated. Here’s all of the personal finance advice I wish I’d been given when I was 18.
It’s A Terrible Idea To Pay Off Your Mortgage Early
Should you pay off your mortgage early and tell your boss to take a hike? Nope! We live in the golden of age of borrowing.
Rent Luxury Vacation Homes, Buy Modest Ones – Pt. 2
Is it worth it to buy a vacation home? I used to think the answer was a resounding “no,” but it turns out I was wrong.
Rent Luxury Vacation Homes, Buy Modest Ones – Pt. 1
Is it worth it to buy a vacation home? I used to think the answer was a resounding “no,” but it turns out I was wrong.
Should You Get Your Kid a Credit Card?
Credit cards are a great way to teach kids about financial responsibility and you can probably help make your kids more credit-worthy.