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10 Tips To Simplify Your Personal Finance

The honest truth is that personal finance and investing doesn’t need to be complicated. For the majority of us, we can reach our financial goals of financial independence and comfortable retirement with a very simple money strategy. So in this post I’m going to share with you 10 tips to really simplify your personal finance and investing so you can spend more time on things that really matter.

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12 Steps To Financial Independence

Are you working towards financial independence? In this post, we outline the 12-step process that will help you get there. Whether you're just starting out or are already on your way, these steps will put you in a better place financially and help you reach your goal of becoming financially independent.

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Practice Frugal Wealth

Most people think that wealthy people spend extravagantly and live a life of luxury. But this is simply not the case. In this post, I will share with you how to live a life of frugal wealth – where you can enjoy all the benefits of having money without all the showiness.

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Don't Overcomplicate Your Portfolio

One of the biggest mistakes people make when it comes to their finances is overcomplicating things. Don't make this mistake with your portfolio - keep it simple. In this post, I'll share four ways people unnecessarily overcomplicate their portfolio and how you can avoid them.

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Year-End Investor Checklist

As the year comes to a close, it's important to make sure you're taking advantage of all the opportunities available to you in order to maximize your returns. In this post, we'll go over a checklist of things you should do before the end of the year in order to set yourself up for success in 2023.

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Be Greedy When Others Are Fearful

There's a reason Warren Buffett is one of the richest people in the world. He understands that when others are fearful, we should be greedy. But what does this really mean? In this post, we'll explore this old-school saying in more detail.

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5 Best Fidelity Funds

When it comes to choosing the best Fidelity funds to buy and hold forever, there are a few key factors you'll want to keep in mind. In this post, we'll walk you through five of our favorite options and explain why they might be perfect for your portfolio.

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Asset Allocation - What You Need To Know

Asset allocation is one of the most important concepts in investing. In this post, we'll define asset allocation, discuss the benefits and risks of various asset classes, and provide some tips on how to create an effective asset allocation for your portfolio.

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VTSAX vs VFIAX

In this post, I'll compare VTSAX and VFIAX and explain why I prefer the Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund, VTSAX. Both funds are excellent options for long-term investors, but there are some key differences that you should be aware of before making your decision.

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Be Frugal. Not Cheap.

When it comes to spending our hard earned money, we often use the words ‘frugal’ and ‘cheap’ interchangeably. But there's a big difference between the two. In this post, I'll explain the difference and why being frugal is so important in today's economy.

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