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Taking A Vacation During A Pandemic: What It’s Like And Did It Feel Safe?

I’m pleased to say my family just took a vacation during a pandemic. With two young children, it wasn’t exactly a relaxing vacation. It was more like a trip or …

The Case Against Meritocracy In School Admissions: Lowell HS Example

Most people believe in meritocracy. If you work harder than your peers, you should get more reward. But as we all know, none of us are born with the same …

Masterworks Review: A Way To Invest In Fine Art

You may not know this, but I create original artworks with the interior paint I use for each house I’ve bought since 2003. Not only is art fun, but maybe …

Getting Your Money’s Worth For The Health Care Premiums You Pay

Ever since publishing, How To Get Health Care Subsidies Under The Affordable Care Act, I’ve been feeling a little left out. In order to help others get health care subsidies, …

Reconciling Three Retirement Goals: 25X Expenses, 20X Income, 0.5% Withdrawal

There are three retirement goals to shoot for in order to comfortably walk away from your day job and remain retired. They are: Accumulate 25X your annual expenses Accumulate 20X …

Good Reasons To Withdraw Funds From A 401k Or IRA (Most Are Bad)

Due to the pandemic, more people are wondering whether they should withdraw funds from a 401k or IRA to help pay for life. There are plenty of reasons to withdraw …