How often should you check your investment portfolio? If you are a day trader, then you may never stop checking your holdings. But what if you are a long-term investor who is putting money away at regular intervals with a timeline of several decades before retirement? Let’s have a look. Your Choice You are free…
June is here and with it another update. I’ve gotten more work done at home and at camp since my last update. My portfolio keeps pushing higher and my mortgage balance continues to fall. Here is a brief update of what’s been going on with me. Wealth Building As the month of June enters so…
What do you do when your bank refuses to refund fraud charges? Credit cards normally offer protection from fraud, and you can simply dispute the charges with your creditor. Debit cards however can work differently. If someone gains access to your PIN, then they have direct access to your money. Getting your money back can…
Is your mortgage covered by the CARES Act? If you have been impacted by Covid-19, then you can find out if your mortgage is covered by the CARES Act. This provision allows borrows to take a forbearance on their mortgage. Keep reading to find out if you qualify. CARES Act Provisions Here is an overview…
I have been going to the gym regularly for years. It has been a lot of hard work, a lot of effort, and several setbacks. It reminds me of keeping in financial shape. Much like training your body physically you must also train your financial health and your money management. Consistency is Key If…
How long are money orders good for? If you have ever bought a money order and didn’t need to cash it for a while, or if you have ever found an old money order in a drawer, then you may be wondering how long it is good for. Let’s have a look to see if…
It is May, and the weather is heating up. I’m ahead of the game on projects. Here’s what’s going on with me. Free Lawnmower I just got an old lawnmower that was bound for the junkyard back in running condition. A friend of mine was throwing it out, and he asked me if I wanted…
How do you become a millionaire by 35? For the average person, it won’t be an easy task. 38% of millionaires are over age 65. Only 1% are 35 or younger. So how can you join the 7-figure club at a young age? Advice for the Average Person There are people that achieve millionaire status…
Spring is in full swing, and the house projects are heating up. Here are a few random notes of what’s going on with me. Record High To say that the run in the markets is unprecedented is an understatement. It is April, and I have set yet another record high with my portfolio. $800,000…
Is it time to invest in Costco stock? I am not a certified financial planner, so this article will purely be opinion. You will have to do your own due diligence to decide if you want to be an investor or not. An Interesting Retailer Costco is a unique retailer. Hot dogs are $1.50. You…