Logan is a CPA, personal finance expert, and founder of the finance blog Money Done Right, launched in July 2017. After nearly ten years in the corporate world helping big companies save money, he started his blog to help everyday Americans earn, save, and invest more money. The FIRE movement, which stands for “Financial Independence…
Here’s an updated version of your article using more conversational language for better readability: — Time for an update on your favorite Guatemalan telenovela! The big news last time was that our land development’s deeds got approved, complete with property titles. This was a huge win for us, especially since the council had demanded a…
When I was a kid, I overheard my aunt telling my mom how uncomfortable she felt asking my uncle for money. In the 1970s, as a stay-at-home mom, she didn’t have her own income, and getting her own credit card wasn’t easy. So, every night before bed, she would ask my uncle for $20 to…
When I travel, I love to shop for food and compare prices. I’m always looking for a good bargain and have a mental price list to help me figure out what’s cheap compared to home. For instance, tomatoes in Guatemala cost about $0.25 per pound, so it hurts to pay $1.99 for them elsewhere. However,…
With mortgages being unaffordable for many first-time buyers, and the UK rental market expanding, now is a great time to consider becoming a landlord. Here are some key points to think about before starting your property venture. **Location Matters** As often mentioned, the location of your property is crucial, especially for buy-to-let properties. You need…
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If you haven’t entered yet, there’s a chance to win $100 in the Being Thankful giveaway. Click here for all the details! We’ve pruned the trees for a better view. This is the third part of my ongoing journey of slowly transforming the land I bought in Guatemala and adapting to my new life here….
In a recent post, I shared a simple method to calculate your debt’s weighted average interest rate. For example, if you owe $1000 at an interest rate of 6% and another debt of $2000 at 0%, your total debt is $3000 at an average rate of 2%. This rate is crucial because it represents the…
This week was quite eventful as I found myself alone at home with a new room being constructed and a handyman assisting me in setting up a vegetable garden. In small Guatemalan villages, men often have a macho attitude, making it challenging for a woman like me to be heard. On the first day, the…
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…