I got the following note from a reader the other day… “Joel, I noticed you keep a big emergency fund for your rental property. 2…
Net Worth Report #5 – “Man Alive!”
“Most millionaires measure their success by their net worth, not by their realized income. For the purposes of wealth building, income doesn’t matter that much….
Gamify Your Money Goals with These 8 Fun Saving Challenges!
Buenos días, amigas dinero! Some of these money saving challenges might seem simple and silly… But, that’s the whole point! It’s a scientific fact that…
How I Went Mining and Made My Wife’s Unique Engagement Ring (The Best $1,390 I’ve Ever Spent)
Inside: See how one guy used a bit of creativity and elbow grease to create a one-of-a-kind Montana sapphire engagement ring. Last year we did…
Would You Accept a Car as a Gift? Asking for a Friend …
Hypothetically, let’s say you know a guy who owns a 2010 Prius. The car is mechanically reliable, fully paid off, and lightly used. Then one…
Side Hustles: They’re Not Just About Extra Money
About 10 years ago, I got a phone call from my Dad. He was really excited… ”Hey Joel, guess what!? Me and Dr. Pat are…
Is Brewing Your Own Beer Cheaper Than Buying? Yes, After 261 Beers!
I’d like to introduce you to Jeffery, my kegerator… I built Jeffery back in 2014. He cost about $1,500 in parts to make and is…
2 Big Investing Mistakes That Actually Made Me Smarter
Back in 2013, I bought 25 shares of Tesla stock. I remember seeing electric cars starting to pop up around my neighborhood at the time…
Why I’m Transitioning Away from Rental Properties
First, I must preface: this is not an anti-real estate post. I think real estate is an excellent wealth building tool, and don’t want to…
Net Worth Report #4 – “Knock at the Door”
Before we get to the net worth update… I came across this funny old post from a couple years back called “Money Trails”… Basically, it…