Hi there! I finally made my way back to Guatemala, just in time for my one-year anniversary. I had been away for over two months, and thankfully, the trip back was smoother than the outbound journey through Cancun. My route took me to Atlanta, where I had a 12-hour layover. I considered meeting up with…
When I graduated from college a decade ago, I decided to explore the world solo for a year. Being young and eager, I wanted to experience life to the fullest, all while sticking to a tight budget. I noticed many couples traveling together and often wondered if it would be more economical to have a…
One of my goals for September was to grow my Twitter account and get a better understanding of it. I didn’t have a personal account on Twitter before, so I really started using it two months ago when I launched my blog. Initially, I felt a bit overwhelmed because everything moves so quickly, and I…
Good morning! Today I’m teaming up with a few blogs around Shannon from The Heavy Purse to help spread the word about Financial Literacy Month. So what’s financial literacy all about? It’s essentially knowing how money works in the world: how you earn it, manage it, invest it to grow more, and even donate it…
Greg here, and with over 25 years of experience as a money coach, author, speaker, securities litigation expert witness, and financial planner, I’m dedicated to helping you retire with confidence and peace of mind. Beyond my professional credentials (CFP®, CLU®, AIF®, AAMS®), I’m also a certified fiduciary financial planner. When not advising clients, you’ll find…
I’m a big fan of Airbnb, the website that lets you rent out your room to travelers for a night, a week, or even a month. I love the flexibility it offers and, of course, the extra income! If you’re new to hosting on Airbnb, here are some tips to boost your profile and attract…
Good morning! Here’s an update for your Tuesday. After hosting the Carnival of Personal Finance yesterday, I hope everyone had a nice weekend. So, Easter week started off with us dealing with a broken fridge. It wasn’t really a surprise since the fridge was at least 10 years old and left behind by the previous…
Congratulations on taking the big step to propose to your partner! But before you tie the knot, it’s a good idea to take a close look at your financial situation. Here are some key financial areas to sort out before walking down the aisle: 1) Understand each other’s financial standings. A lot of couples avoid…
Saturday, April 11 marks 23 days into quarantine. The beaches on Coronado Island are all closed, but our campground has a small private beach that people keep using. This beach wraps around a bunch of military housing villas, which are usually quiet and rarely visited. Now, however, we’re seeing more families out walking their dogs…
Over the past five years, I’ve learned a crucial lesson about money: financial success doesn’t just happen—you have to plan for it. Just like living within your means and saving for the future, setting clear financial goals is essential. No one cares about your financial goals as much as you do. The average American spends…