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The Rapid Decline Of A Harvard Degree

A college degree is depreciating in value, yet tuition is at all-time highs. For those parents and students looking to attend a private university like Harvard, I'm not sure whether the cost, stress,...

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The Importance Of Feeling Consistently Uncomfortable For Personal And...

As a parent, you want the best for your kids. However, there's a risk parents over-protect their kids from harm's way. It is through difficulty and conflict that we learn the most. In this episode, we...

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What To Do Now That The Yield Curve Has Officially Inverted

The yield curve has officially inverted in 3Q2019. The 10-year bond yield is now lower than the 2-year bond yield. Let me explain from different perspectives why an inverted yield curve as an ominous...

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How To Get The Lowest Interest Rate Possible

Here's my method to always get the lowest mortgage rate possible, no matter the interest rate environment. I've refinanced multiple mortgages multiple times in the past 10 years. During this time, I've...

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The Median Net Worth For The Middle Class, Mass Affluent, And The Top 1%

America is one of the wealthiest countries in the world. The top 1% have gotten really rich, but the middle class have fallen seriously behind. Let's look at the data from the latest Survey of Consumer...

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The Best Life Hack For Americans, Taking Advantage Of Canada

Getting ahead is very competitive in America. Thanks to living in a capitalist society, we're driven by money, fame, and success. As a result, not everybody can win.  Based on my experiences as a high...

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Achieve Your Dreams By Doing One Hard Thing For 10 Years In A Row

Don’t quit before giving your effort a chance to produce amazing results. If you can do one hard thing for 10 years in a row, I'm sure good things are going to happen. Here are some personal thoughts...

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The State Of The Housing Market And Higher Lending Standards

As mortgage interest rates tumble, the housing market is becoming more interesting. Inventory is already up in many of the nation's once hottest housing markets, but the average credit score for...

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A New Adventure For Financial Samurai: Less Retirement, More Entrepreneurship

After reaching my goal of publishing 3X a week for 10 years, I've decided to focus a little bit more on entrepreneurship. The formula of 90% fun / 10% business that got me this far isn't going to take...

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The Average Net Worth For The Above Average Married Couple

Does 1 + 1 = 2 in your marriage? Not according to the government. If you're trying to figure out what combined net worth to shoot for as a couple, here are three frameworks to think about. Don't get...

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Why You Deserve Everything

Every week, there are a lot of funny things that make me scratch my head and wonder WTF. But it is precisely these funny things that make me so positive and bullish for you and me. Here are three...

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Arbitrage Your Way To A Richer And Better Life

You can take advantage of kinks in the system every day to improve your wealth and quality of life. Don't just sit back passively and wait for your investments to make you wealthy. Also take some...

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Get The Best Mortgage Rate Possible By Avoiding This One Crucial Mistake

Don't make my mortgage refinance mistake that has so far cost me $1,005 in extra interest! Trying to refinance today is a real PITA. It's a bummer because I pride myself on calculating all variables to...

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How To Retire Early With Kids: A Nearly Impossible Task

Everybody can retire when their investment income is enough to cover their basic living expenses. But when it comes to retiring early (before 60), there are different levels of difficulty. The hardest...

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Reasons Why You Should Never Sell Your Profitable Business

If you are a business owner who is burning out and wishing to cash out, here is some perspective of someone who did. He sold his baby for $2.8 million and regrets his decision every day.  Read the post...

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Why Bad Things Stay So Bad For So Long

From staying in an abusive relationship, to joining a Twitter mob that bullies others, to not speaking up against corporate and political malfeasance, things stay bad for a long time because people are...

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Beware Of Blindspots On Your Road To Financial Independence

Here are five of the most common financial blindspots people have on their road to financial independence. If you can recognize them, you will better plan for the future and increase your chances of...

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The Largest Severance Package Ever

For those who still don't believe you can negotiate a severance package, a guy got a 10-figure severance package despite helping blow up his company. Let's learn how he did it and some good lessons to...

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A Golden Opportunity To Buy Real Estate Is Upon Us

If you're thinking about buying a primary residence or an investment property, now looks like an enticingly good time. I'll share with you a dozen reasons why buying physical real estate can make...

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Why Preschool Is Worth The Cost

Preschool can range from $800 - $2,500 a month, depending on where you live and the amount of care you need. Despite the cost, I'm here to argue that if your child enjoys preschool, it is worth every...

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