Tag: financial independence

The Groovy Guide to Having a Great Marriage
“Some men want their hell before death.” That was my younger self’s wise-ass explanation for why men got married. Fortunately, I no longer possess such a dreary view of marriage. In fact, anyone familiar with this blog knows that I’m a big proponent of marriage. Marriage is the best tool you have to build wealth…

Early Retirement Highs and Lows: Eight Top Bloggers Weigh In
Mr. Groovy and I retired back in October of 2016. After six months we’re still finding our way but so far, the trip is awesome. I’m happy to report my need for daily naps has abated and I finally began my piano lessons again. Mr. G just recently acquired his safety vest, camera harness, and…

The 10 Things You Need to Do Daily to Become Financially Independent
Anyone familiar with this blog knows that I’m fond of saying, “your habits are your destiny.” And ever since I read the book, The Checklist Manifesto, by Atul Gawande, I’m fond of checklists. So for this post, I’d like to combine these two beloved things—an adage and a tool—and gear them toward personal finance. In…