Author: Dan Brown
You hear the phrase “the game of life” all the time. There are books on Amazon instructing us on how to win at the “game of life”. Hell, Milton Bradley’s “The Game of Life” from 1860 — still sold today — was the first popular board game in the United States. In the Real World, the game of life’s rules and criteria for success are vague and never explicitly stated. But we all know what they are. To win, you need: money (or, more accurately, conspicuous consumption) physical attractiveness kids who go to great schools and are athletically successful and…
Since summer is just around the corner, here are some tips on how to get the best produce for the lowest price. Local farmer’s markets, subscription services, or just slightly imperfect produce are a few ways to save money on fresh fruits and vegetables and eat well. CSA is a way to buy locally grown produce directly from the farm. You are getting the best local bounty while supporting local farmers. Usually, sign-ups open between December and April, or until the farm fills up. Members typically pay a membership fee upfront, like Costco; although some farms offer payment plans. And…
Being an Airbnb host can be a very lucrative side hustle. But, if you become an experienced enough host, you can reach the coveted title of Superhost. A Superhost is an experienced Airbnb host that has been rated highly by many guests. There are some other requirements you’ll need to meet to become a Superhost, but if you do, you’ll get access to a ton of perks. How To Become A Superhost As previously mentioned, you’ll need to meet some basic requirements to become a Superhost. And, of those requirements, there are some you can control and others you can’t.…
An analyst’s bullish new note on Lockheed Martin (LMT 1.68%) and the wider U.S. defense sector provided lift to the company’s stock on an otherwise bearish Wednesday trading session. Lockheed Martin’s shares closed the day almost 2% higher in price, providing quite the contrast to the tumbling S&P 500’s (^GSPC -2.24%) 2.2% decline. An industry maneuvering for growth The analyst in question was Kristine Liwag of veteran white-shoe investment bank Morgan Stanley. Well before market open that day, Liwag changed her Lockheed Martin recommendation to overweight (i.e., buy) from equal weight (hold). In doing so, she added $50 per share…
Pursuing FI is well and good if you have an established job that pays you well. But what about those fresh out of college? I know when I graduated, I barely had enough in the bank to put a downpayment on an apartment, let alone start pursuing Financial Independence. What should a person do with their money after graduation? It may not seem possible, but even recent college grads can start pursuing FI right now. Start Saving In College…Seriously All through college, I was constantly told I needed to start saving money or when I entered the “real world.” I,…
Increasing your savings is a pillar of pursuing Financial Independence. If you are just starting your journey, saving that first $1,000 is a big step! Through a combination of small sacrifices and lifestyle changes, you could see a four-figure balance in your bank account by this time next month. Make A Budget If you don’t already have a budget, you need one. To see where you are going financially, you need to see where your numbers currently are. If your goal is to save $1,000 in a month, it is possible that it could be hiding right in your budget.…
I am obsessed with the film Everything Everywhere All at Once. From the moment I saw the trailer, I knew the movie was meant for me. I was right. The film’s bizarre blend of action, philosophy, science fiction, taxes, and juvenile humor feels specifically targeted to me and my brain. For those unfamiliar, here’s a quick plot synopsis. Evelyn and Waymond Wang own a laundromat. Their business is failing, their marriage is fracturing, and so is their relationship with Joy, their daughter. During a meeting with the IRS, Evelyn is visited by a version of her husband from a parallel…
Four Things I Shared with Friends This WeekWhen I come across something exciting, I feel compelled to share it with my friends. I’ve had a few of those items pop up recently and I wanted to share them with you here in the newsletter:The Knowledge Project Podcast EP 202: Matthew Dicks: How to Tell a Story so That Everyone ListensI listened to this 2-hour episode on storytelling twice and sent it to no fewer than 7 friends over the past two weeks.I coincidentally purchased Matthew Dicks’ book Storyworthy recently and was excited when his name came up in my podcast feed.Wow, was I blown away by this…
“Millennial” is a seemingly dubious title, with the media blaming this age group as ruining just about everything from the wedding to the paper napkin industry–but we’re pretty stoked to find Millennials who are using the disruptor reputation to fuel their FIRE dreams.The term “Millennial” refers to anyone born between 1981 and 1996–which is a huge age range and can encompass a lot of different people!Of course, as the FIRE movement continues to grow and more diverse voices enter the space, we will likely need to add to this list and develop new ones–if there’s someone you know that should be…
Nvidia (NVDA -10.02%) shares fell more than 7% on Wednesday morning, after the company disclosed new export restrictions on its artificial intelligence (AI) chips. Specifically, the company must now obtain licenses from the U.S. government to sell its H20 processors in China. However, Nvidia doesn’t expect those licenses to be forthcoming. The company plans to take a $5.5 billion charge related to “H20 products for inventory, purchase commitments, and related services” in the first quarter of fiscal 2026 (which ends April 27), according to a regulatory filing. Nvidia stock now has plummeted 30% from the record high it reached in…