Die with zero – Does it make sense?
Recently I met up with a good friend for a much-needed chat. Over the course of a few tasty cans of beer, my friend mentioned that he recently listened to the “Die with Zero” audiobook …
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FIRE Canada Interview #6 – Create a Net Worth Statement
I’m still recovering from the sickness. I went to the doctor last week and was told I got bronchitis and was put on 7 days of antibiotics. So I’ve been taking it easy and working …
FIRE Canada Interview #4 – Cash flow is the oxygen of financial independence
Over the last year, I have the chance to interview a number of Canadians that have reached financial independence retire early. These interviewees have all provided great insight into how they managed to become financially …
My beef with personal finance gurus
I have a confession to make today – I have serious beef with many personal finance gurus. I totally disagree with the following advice many of them give: use cash, do not use credit cards. Today …
Financial advice – Get in line and stay in line
I recently heard this financial advice which I thought was ingenious. The advice simply says: Get in line and stay in line What does it mean exactly? The concept is very simple. No matter who we are or …
Financial advice for a debt-ridden Vancouver couple
Andrew Allentuck from Financial Post publishes an article on family finance week where the retirement readiness of a Canadian family is evaluated. This week Andrew featured Jack and Marianne, a recently married young couple from Vancouver whom are …
Best Financial Advice
Before leaving home to attend university I decided to apply for my very first credit card through TD Bank. I was approved with a $6000 credit limit. Having my own credit card made me felt like …