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What a “K Shaped” Economy Means for You
Every economy comes with its own metaphor. We’ve had V-shaped recoveries (fast down, fast up), U-shaped ones (slow to hit bottom, slow to climb out), and even the gloomy L-shaped pattern (down… and stuck there). But lately, you may have heard economists, journalists, and financial commentators describe the U.S. economy as “K-shaped.” A K-shaped economy…
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When FI Feels Far Away: How to Stay Motivated on the Long Road to Freedom
If you’ve been on the Financial Independence (FI) path for a while, you’ve probably had that moment – when you open your spreadsheet, glance at your net worth, and think: “Ugh. I’m nowhere close.” You’re not alone.Even the most disciplined savers hit a wall somewhere between “I’ve started” and “I’m free.” The FI journey is…
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Why You Should Track Your Time as Carefully as You Track Your Money
When most people start their journey toward Financial Independence, they get really good at tracking one thing: money. They know where every dollar goes. They use spreadsheets, apps, or budget templates. They optimize, automate, and adjust. But here’s the thing: money is only half the equation. Because ultimately, the goal of FI isn’t to hoard…
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5 Lifestyle Upgrades That Don’t Derail Your FI Journey
By Mindy Jensen and Scott Trench Hosts of the BiggerPockets Money Podcast One of the most eye-opening parts about the Financial Independence journey is realizing that the habits that GET you to FI don’t have to be the habits you follow forever. Yes – living below your means is how you get to FI. But…
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The Seven Core Principles of Personal Finance
By Scott Trench and Mindy Jensen Hosts of the BiggerPockets Money Podcast Personal finance is littered with distractions—get-rich-quick schemes, viral hacks, and fleeting investment trends that prey on hope rather than deliver results. True wealth, however, demands adhering to proven principles: discipline, systems, and selective risks. These aren’t suggestions; they’re principles learned from decades of…