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…
In 2010, I spent a year living in Casablanca, Morocco. It was an incredible experience, and I fell in love with the country for its diversity, vibrant culture, delicious food, and friendly people. With that in mind, here are my tips on how to make the most out of your money while traveling in Morocco:…
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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…
### Thinking About Wintering in Guatemala? Here’s a Detailed Budget Breakdown Retiring abroad permanently might not be in your plans, but what about escaping the dreary winters for 3-6 months each year? This could be a perfect middle ground between living abroad and staying at home. Let’s dive into how much it would cost to…
Have you set your financial goals for the new year? I usually don’t detail my goals too much, but to track my progress and stay motivated, here’s a list of what I aim to achieve next year. **Increase My Net Worth by 30%** Last year, my net worth grew by 20%, which was less than…
It’s been a while since I last updated my blog! With all this quarantine time, I’ve decided to get back into journaling and blogging in a more personal, first-person style. Hopefully, this keeps both you and me entertained. If it feels like you’ve missed a lot, don’t worry—I’ll fill in the gaps as we go…
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,…
On January 1st, I set several financial goals and will be updating them every couple of months throughout the year. Here’s the first review. Already, two months have passed! My main financial goal was to grow my net worth by 30%. However, with the purchase of a car, a boat, over $12K of home improvements,…
This post is part of a 30-day series called the 30 Steps Program to Financial Independence. When I travel, I’m always blown away by how random people are willing to help me. Some have hosted me, some have fed me, and others have shown me the way. Without these kind strangers, my trips would have…