Are You Worried About Wars, Market Drops And A Messed Up World?
#InvestingJust like market trends, humanity's journey has its ups and downs. But, despite the challenges we face, there's a positive, long-term trajectory. This week’s story draws parallels between human progress and the stock market. Click to learn more.…
Why This European Retirement Destination Is a Longstanding Favorite
#Retirement #LifestyleWorried that you might not have enough money for a great retirement? Savor the sweet taste of retirement (and a low cost of living) in this picturesque location.…
Why You Shouldn't Tell Your Children To Invest
#Investing #ChildrenAs adults, we often tell our kids to invest early. But what if we try this instead? Tell your child it pays to be "lazy." This approach, as Andrew recalls from his teaching days, is more engaging and effective than just saying "invest."…
"Our Retirement Withdrawal Plan Beats The 4% Rule," Say These Clever Retirees
#RetirementThis couple dared to defy the 4% rule and opt for a more flexible approach to retirement. It's backed by data and allows them to spend more in retirement. This might suit people keen to use flexibility and geographical arbitrage.…
A Word Of Warning For Anyone With An Above-Average Salary
#LifestyleIf nobody could see our high-status things, would we still buy them? Without realizing it, projecting wealth often builds walls, not bridges. This story provides a wider context that might be helpful for us all.…
The Only Formula You'll Ever Need For Creating Secure, Easy-To-Remember Passwords For Everything
#LifestyleSafeguard your digital presence. With this simple strategy, you can create almost impossible to crack passwords and remember them with ease. In this story, I explain how I do it...and how you could too.…
Why This Is Europe's Favorite Retirement Destination
Low costs, amazing weather, fabulous food and wine. Any of you considering retiring in Portugal? Get your visa applications in soon. Things are tightening up.…
Could You Pass The Game Show Test If You Wanted To Buy Gold?
#Investing #Financial LiteracyTake this 4 question quiz about gold. Ten years into my investment journey, I wouldn't have passed. How many would you get right?…
Should You Invest With A Financial Adviser? (Here's What The Research Says)
#Investing #AdvisorsDiscover how Vanguard's research proves advisers can add value to investors' bottom lines through these five points. In this article, I outline some of Vanguard’s research.…
Women Are Better Investors, And These Brave Men Admit It
#Investing #MindsetMeet the men who aren't afraid to admit their female partners are better investors than them. And the research backs this up. Thank you, Edward Goodfellow, Mike Beatty and Gary Manton for helping me with this story.…