Watermelon. Corn-on-the-cob. Fireworks at night. With all the excitement, it’s easy to forget that the Fourth of July is more than just another summer barbecue: it’s a reminder that independence is something worth fighting for. For parents, independence is a challenge we face every day. We are responsible for teaching our kids the skills they…
Planning for your retirement, and your financial future in general, is incredibly important. Given the current economic climate and the debt our governments are grappling with, relying solely on a pension isn’t a safe bet. You’re likely going to live longer than your parents did, and you’ll want to enjoy your retirement without the stress…
Good morning! Today, I’m excited to welcome Troy from The Financial Economist for the second time. He’ll be discussing how the economy impacts the market and your retirement savings. If you’re interested in more detailed articles on this topic, you can check out his latest posts at The Financial Economist. I also have a post…
Since I started “Make Money Your Way” in mid-2013, I’ve committed to donating 10% of my blogging income to support children’s education in my village. As mentioned in a previous update, I provided two scholarships to the top middle school students, enabling them to attend high school 150 miles away for the next three years….
Now that you’ve got your finances back on track, it’s time to consider giving back. Often, during tough financial times, we don’t think about giving. I’m not going to lecture you about karma or what books say about tithing, but simply put, giving is an amazing, selfless act that doesn’t require you to be wealthy….
After I got the council’s approval letter to divide my land into 250 plots last week, things have been strange. The council still seems to want to control what we do, but when I went to the national cadaster’s office, they told me this council has no authority over what I can build. Apparently, the…
Good morning everyone! Let’s give a warm welcome to Brian Fourman. Brian used to be a personal finance and Bible teacher at a private school, but now he’s a stay-at-home dad and a blogger. He enjoys rental real estate, running, cooking, and sports. When he has free time, he loves spending it with his four…
Good morning! Today, let’s dive into something interesting over at Savvy Scott. We’re exploring whether you should splurge more on Christmas gifts when your income goes up. Fascinating, right? When thinking about Guatemala, many people imagine small huts, dirt roads, and general poverty. However, if you’re wealthy in Guatemala, you are extremely wealthy. The Gini…
Good morning, everyone! I shared some simple tips and tricks to keep in mind during your home inspection over on Make Money Your Way. You can check it out for more details. At Savvy Scot, we’re continuing our lifetime savings series, focusing on what you should prioritize in your 40s. Feel free to read more…
This week I’m hitting the four-month mark here in Guatemala. Since catching the travel bug back in 2003, I haven’t spent many consecutive months in one country. After a round-the-world trip that ended in 2004, I lived in Guatemala from 2004 to 2006 but was always on the move, exploring the region, returning to Europe,…