Introduction The Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) is a crucial component of military compensation that provides financial support to service members for their housing expenses. Whether you’re a military member or a civilian seeking information about BAH, this comprehensive guide will cover everything you need to know about this vital benefit. We’ll discuss what BAH…

Introduction Index Fund Investing Investing in the stock market has long been perceived as a daunting task, reserved for financial experts and Wall Street gurus. However, the rise of index fund investing has transformed the landscape, making it accessible to everyday individuals seeking to grow their wealth steadily and consistently. Index funds have garnered immense…

I want to explain why I do a monthly net worth update.  I hit FIRE in 2023 at age 38! Stay consistent and keep investing like it’s going out of style. Income This month I made $2,256. This will not be my typical income now that I am FIRE. It should be around $6,000 a…

Debt can be a significant burden, causing stress and limiting financial freedom. However, with a well-structured plan and commitment, it is possible to pay off debt and reclaim control of your financial future. In this comprehensive guide, we will walk you through a step-by-step process to help you tackle your debts efficiently and pave the…

The time has finally come for me to pull the FIRE lever in my journey!! It’s such a so real moment and my emotions are literally all over the place. It’s one of those moments that seems like a dream. To think back in 2015 I had no clue if I could ever retire let…

There is a real threat to your finances that you might not even be aware of. No, it’s not that the market is down. It’s not even inflation. What could it be you ask? It’s staring right at you every day you look into the mirror. Stop Spending Money To Impress Other People! Instead, invest…

I want to explain why I do a quarterly dividend update.  Track how much dividends I make Prove that anyone can become a millionaire Prove that FIRE works Dividend Investing I’m by no means a Die Hard Dividend Investor. Yet my simple investing strategy does net me dividends that I just have reinvested to build…

There is an age-old myth that I hear often. “If I only had more money I’d be happier” or something else to this extent. Now there has been a ton of studies done on this subject of which you can see one here. To me, this is a very limiting belief people tell themselves that I’d like…

I want to explain why I do a monthly net worth update.  Keep me accountable Track my journey Prove that anyone can become a millionaire Prove that FIRE works Another month and I’m still inching my way closer to FIRE! Stay consistent and keep investing like it’s going out of style. Income This month I…