Simple Money, Simple Life

Have you ever used a bidet? After listening to this episode you’ll want to get one. Plus, 11 other cost savings strategies.

It’s all about kicking debt to the curb and finding peace and financial freedom. This episode teaches you how.

Today I cover the basics you need to know to get started in investing. It’s an episode that will give you the tools necessary to get started and dominate!

Today I share an awesome quote about why we should avoid debt. I talk about some recent medical issues. Then I explain why being an urban trekker is an amazing choice. Lastly, I share 13 simple living tips.

Today the topics covered are diversifying your identity, dangers of workism and FOMO vs JOMO.

To end the year I go over some ideas about the market, investing, building systems and pouring into your health and relationships.

Frugality is cool, being cheap isn’t. Today I discuss some creative ways to be frugal and win. I also discuss a recent take by Dave Ramsey that one can withdraw 8% per year of their portfolio in retirement.

We review Dave Ramseys baby steps, The Money Guy’s financial order of operations, and How to Money’s money gears.

Are you a natural spender or a natural saver? Are you more frugal or extravagant? Do you have a hodgepodge portfolio or a simple portfolio? Today we tackle the importance of knowing yourself and implementing a plan to be successful no matter what natural tendencies you have.

The age old question: does money buy happiness? Today we explore that question. This episode was inspired by Jonathan Clements, a wonderful man and personal finance writer.

This episode is a must listen on considering the power of time affluence.

We went to Costa Rica again. I share about our trip and then discuss how decluttering can help in our mental health journey.

Remember!! I am not a financial advisor. I am just a guy who is interested in investing. This is not financial advice, rather helpful hints and education. In this episode I answer a listener question on how to invest for a 10-year-old niece and nephew. I also discuss 6 cool portfolios for an all equity investor.

Have you heard of the fading affect bias? Today I share how this applies to happiness and share a few core principles to bring more happiness and fulfillment into your life.

Does traveling stress you out? In this episode I share some cool tips to make your next travel adventure epic and less stressful.

Here is a simple guide to get started on your decluttering and minimizing journey.

Many are wondering where to stash cash these days. I explore some great options in this episode. I also spend time talking about the most common financial and life regrets and what we can do to prevent having these regrets.

Today I discuss what this statement really means as well as share information about finding satisfaction in life. I also share an experience of how we saved $1,000.

Today I share about my trip to Kauai. I also share differences between the zero based budget and the anti-budget. I also share some tips on getting out of debt.

In today’s episode I explore the paradox of wealth. I also have 12 ideas to consider regarding your investment strategy as we close out 2022.

Today I share some things to consider at the end of the year including tips on Roth IRA’s and index funds. I also recap a recent trip to Colombia.

In today’s episode I share some experiences about living now versus saving for later. I also share some ideas from a book I’m reading called Die With Zero by Bill Perkins.

Today I discuss things to consider when deciding if minimalism might be for you as well as 14 practical tips to get started.

Today I share some reasons to consider simplicity over complexity.

In today’s episode I share how very small decisions can mean everything and I give some practical examples of micro decisions you can apply today.

85. Today I discuss the importance of measuring twice and cutting once. I also discuss the importance of reinvesting dividends and how to make sure you’re doing that.

Today I discuss 5 mistakes most investors make and how to prevent them.

Today I talk about ideas to consider and whether or not digital minimalism might be for you.

Today I share 20 tips to consider that will help you live a simpler, more fulfilling life.

Today I share my beef with sales and what to watch out for.

Today I explain what Robo Advisors are and if one might be right for you.

In todays podcast I walk you through some great takeaways from a great book by Morgan Housel titled The Psychology of Money

Today I share some of my favorite quotes as well as talk about the Arrival Fallacy.

Today I share several tips to Declutter effectively. I share an article from a blog on not following the crowd. Next I share an email from a listener and talk about current market conditions. Lastly I share thoughts on a letter I received from an “investment advisor.” I share some thoughts on what to watch out for.

Today I share my experiences from my trip to California and Disneyland. I also share thoughts on investing in a volatile market. Lastly I talk about how too much of a good thing can be a bad thing.

Today I review an article written by Tavian Jean Pierre (tavianjp.medium,com). I discuss how living an ordinary life can be a very happy life.

Today I share a book suggestion, Happy Money, and discuss some really cool concepts from the book.

Today I discuss what scams Do you watch for and how to avoid them.

Today we dive into what status symbols are and explore if we might be falling prey to them.

Today we discuss why time in the market is far superior to timing the market.

Today we discuss what truly brings satisfaction as well as answering a listener question on international index funds offered through Fidelity.

Today we dive into the benefits of international investing.

In today’s episode we dive into the nitty gritty of the total market index fund.

Today we explore one of my favorite life mantras.