6 Things Young Adults Need To Avoid
From expensive cars to lifestyle creep, these early career mistakes can quietly derail your finances. Here’s what young adults should avoid and why it matters.
January 2026 Dividends and Portfolio Update
We made $1,849.42 in dividends in January 2026, and our portfolio is up $5,960.93 excluding the contributions and the dividends. A total increase of $7,810.35 excluding contributions.
January 2026 Expenses
I review our finances at the end of every month. This post is focused on the expenses. I am curious to see how our January 2026 expenses compare to our January 2025 expenses
New Grad Skills - Being Personable
Personability matters more than most new grads realize. Learn why attitude, communication, and being easy to work with can matter more than technical skills in interviews and early career success.
One Expense I am Overlooking for Retirement and So Are You - Healthcare
Planning early retirement? Learn why healthcare costs are often overlooked, how they grow over time, and how to realistically budget for medical expenses without employer benefits.