If someone ran a research study to determine if gasoline helps start campfires, the answer would be a definitive “yes”. But the study wouldn’t answer your most important question: Is gasoline the best way to start my campfire? With safety in mind, there might be a better option. Pharmaceuticals are healthcare’s gasoline. They’re great for …
The Hidden Costs of Car Ownership
In certain places, especially the United States, owning a personal vehicle feels as necessary as having internet access. But why do we need such an expensive item just to feel free? Communities and office spaces have been structured around the assumption that everyone should have one. The stigma around car-less people suggests they’re lazy, poor, …
What Is a Million Dollars Worth in 2022?
How would you react if you suddenly became a millionaire today? Depending on when you were born, winning a million dollars might cause varying reactions. To illustrate, imagine being born in 1850 when a million dollars was worth $32.62 million in today’s money. You could live like royalty! Contrast that with today, where a million …
Best No-Fee Travel Credit Cards – 2024
Don’t get ripped off when spending money abroad. The secret solution is buried in the fine print of your credit card agreement. Most cards charge 3% on all foreign currency transactions. If you spent $1000 while abroad, that’s an extra $30 expense! You’ll pay even more if you exchange physical currency at a bank or …
Early Retirement Calculator for FIRE Movement
Read our disclaimer here. How to Use this Calculator Enter your salary Enter your current investment savings balance Use the slider to change your desired retirement date (or savings rate) See results and set your budget accordingly Assumptions You can retire when your investments are 25x your annual cost of living 10% annual return on investments …
How to Earn Dollars in the Philippines: A Freelancer’s Guide on How To Receive Money in Other Currency
Is it really possible to earn in USD even when I am in the Philippines? Yes! A Step-By-Step Guide on How To Receive Money in Other Currency. It’s way better than Paypal or any wire transfers!
How to Buy US Stocks from the Philippines Without Fees
You don’t have to be American to benefit from the strongest economy in the world. Filipinos can build wealth by investing in American stocks, but what’s the best way to do it? Most Filipinos turn to traditional banks such as Banco De Oro or BPI, who charge unnecessary management fees and set large initial deposit …