Retire by Age 30

How I Went From $30,000 in Debt to Being Able to Retire by the...

I'm often asked about how I got to where I am, and there will never be an exact formula, but below is a timeline of how I went from jobless after college and in...
Retire Early

How to Retire Early

The current retirement age in the US, for anyone born after 1960, is 67 and I wouldn't be surprised if that increased by the time you or I reach that age. That means...
Stir Fry on Stove

My Monthly Food Budget

I thought I'd share with you guys what I eat on a typical day along with my budget for doing so. The budget shows the daily average along with the monthly totals, which...

My Basic Monthly Budget

Ever since I've graduated college in 2008 I've made it a point to continue to live like a college student as much as possible. I explore free hobbies, live in a small house,...

First House Before & After Photos

This project took a few years and included ripping out a chimney that went from the basement to the roof, which became unnecessary when I put a new furnace in the house.  The hardwood...

Retiring Young by Investing in Real Estate

I recently stumbled upon an article about a pair of teachers who were able to essentially retire from their careers by their early 30's through purchasing property in the Las Vegas area along with...

Act to Get Figures in the Black

The people who know exactly how much they spend by the day are in the minority. Most people have a general idea if only because they read their bank statements. Direct debits can pay...

Check Out This Free Excel Budget Sheet

Looking for a free budget sheet run with excel or open office calc? There are plenty online, but one of the most complex, and thorough budget sheets I've found as of late is...