This post is part of a 30-day series called the 30 Steps Program to Financial Independence. I vividly remember the last time I sent a recorded, signed-for delivery letter to my boss. It was Christmas Day in 2009. I can only imagine he had an interesting holiday! By the end, I really despised him for…
This week started off on a high note with the arrival of electricity. The electrician had been hard at work fixing the wiring both inside the house and from the meter to the house. It seems most of the wiring had been stolen, either by thieves or possibly because the previous owner stopped paying his…
My husband has taken the week off work, so we’re having an RV staycation. He really needed this break to stay sane and avoid the high school-level drama at work. Today, we decided to enjoy a nice sunny day. Since Coronado has just reopened the beaches, we took advantage of that. You can walk, run,…
### 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…
Good morning! Today, I have a guest post from CJ Renzi, a classical guitarist, writer, and blogger whose book, “The End of Wishing Our Days Away,” has just been released. Have you ever missed out on a big opportunity? Screwed up a golden chance? If we keep obsessing over all the missed opportunities, we’d drown…
It’s been a while since my last blog post! During this quarantine, I’ve decided to reconnect with the wonderful habit of journaling and blogging. I’ll be sharing my thoughts in a first-person voice, hoping to keep us both entertained. You might feel like you’ve missed out on some updates, but I’ll try to catch you…
Good morning! Today, we have Anton Ivanov with us to discuss Financial Independence. Anton is a passionate financial writer, a successful investor, and an enthusiastic entrepreneur. He loves helping others achieve financial independence and shares his insights on Financessful. Financial independence is a term we hear all the time nowadays. It’s a hot topic in…
It’s been a while since I last blogged! With the quarantine giving me a bit more free time, I’ve decided to get back into journaling and blogging, using a more personal and engaging first-person approach. Hopefully, this keeps both you and me entertained. You might feel like you’ve missed out on some updates, but I’ll…
Hey there! I recently made a spontaneous decision. Instead of taking a short trip to the US in September, which was part of my financial plans for 2013, I’m heading to Europe for a couple of months! I often browse for flights just for fun, comparing prices between places like Miami or NY and last-minute…
LEARN NEW SKILLS For the past few days, I’ve talked about activities like growing a garden and maintaining your vehicle. These small tasks not only help you save money but also make you more self-sufficient. For instance, if you can grow your own food, you don’t have to depend on buying it, especially when prices…