Comparison Is Good
“All right boys, are you ready?” he said confidently to us, with a determined smile. I looked at my friend Brian, smiled, and said “ok I guess it’s game on with these guys”. We were on our bikes in a...
Author: Dave @ Accidental FIRE
Where Americans Are Moving
I live in the Washington D.C. area which is probably the most transient area in America. People come here for the jobs, then often leave for greener pastures. The come-and-go is constant, which is great for meeting new and interesting...
I Got What I Wanted And It’s Never Enough
It was probably her second or third day at work but the first time I saw her. I was floored. She was quite possibly the most beautiful woman I had ever seen. She was stunning, and fortunately for me she...
T.G.I.F. Friday: Volume 19
Welcome to “Thank God I’m FI” Friday, Volume #19! Here are some things I really like and that you might too. Finance Articles When A Loved One Needs Your Help [Becoming a Guardian or Conservator] (Life Zemplified) – “At...
My Biggest Money Mistake
It’s pretty common for personal finance and FIRE bloggers to discuss their biggest financial mistakes. I think that’s a great thing. For one, it’s good to own up to things. It makes you more human, and the transparency builds trust....
Comparing Median Incomes And Home Values Across America
Regular readers know I’m always on the hunt for great mapping tools that show various aspects of finance in a geographic way. I even have an entire page dedicated to geoarbitrage resources and tools to help you find a better...
The Wrong Kind Of Therapy
I ride my bike to work and on my route there’s a residential road that for about 3 months late last year had the distinctive and clear smell of natural gas in one section. It was there every time I...
T.G.I.F. Friday: Volume 18
Welcome to “Thank God I’m FI” Friday, Volume #18! Here are some things I really like and that you might too. Finance Articles Net Worth vs Cash Flow: What’s More Important? (Your Average Dough) – “Yes, a higher income...
A Few Overlooked Gems That Helped Launch The FIRE Movement
For those not familiar with my story I discovered I was financially independent in my mid 40’s even though I didn’t purposely pursue it. Thus the name Accidental FIRE. I did of course live a frugal life as compared to...
Master Delayed Gratification, Achieve Financial Independence
I’m writing this in early March 2020, and I still have a few pieces of Halloween candy left in my house from 2019. I didn’t get as many trick-or-treaters this past year as I normally do, and I was left...
T.G.I.F. Friday: Volume 17
Welcome to “Thank God I’m FI” Friday, Volume #17! Here are some things I really like and that you might too. Finance Articles The Amazing Tax Benefits of Semi-Retirement (Can I Retire Yet) – “Semi-retirement can feel a lot...
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