Sebastian is co-blogger at Money Saved is Money Earned. He emigrated from India in his 20's with $15 in his pocket. Despite facing adversity in his early life, Sebastian is an early retired Senior Financial Analyst for the City of Portland. He has owned his home free and clear for 15 years, has had income properties, put three kids through college, and travels to India regularly, all without a six figure income.
Stress comes in all shapes and sizes, but finances are an ever-present burden for many people. A recent PwC study showed 63% of employees say that their financial stress has increased since the start of the pandemic. So it’s essential to take a step back and make sure you have your finances under control and …
Today we live at the crux of many generations. Some of these generations have lived through world wars, the space age, and the rise of computers and technology. Some are still trying to figure out life. But no matter what generation you belong to, everyone claims that they have the best formula for success and …
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We all know that eating out consistently is the quickest way to blow your food budget. While it is possible to save money eating out, eating on the run regularly is expensive and usually unhealthy. On the flip side, it’s also easy to get carried away with your grocery budget. Especially if you’re trying to …
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Penny stocks have generated massive returns for equity investors, making them some of the most coveted investments among retail investors. However, the high risks associated with penny stocks along with limited public knowledge about the issuing companies generally holds back retail investors from betting on these multi-baggers. The current bullish market trends coupled with the …
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Are you among the many who are behind on bills? Are you worried about potentially losing some of your possessions? The truth is, such financial worries are quite common today. Americans around the country want to know what to do when they get behind on bills. Regardless of how well we manage our finances, many …
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Trading low-priced stocks in 2021 seemed like an easy task after GameStop’s meteoritic surge. Anyone who got in early enough on the trading action could have been rewarded with a life-changing return. GameStop wasn’t alone as other penny stocks joined in on the action, such as movie theater chain AMC Entertainment. While these recent surges …
The explosion of fintech companies throughout the late 2000s and early 2010s resulted in many exciting money transfer services that are doing things differently. Gone are the days of standing in line at the bank and paying exorbitant fees to transfer money to friends, family, or workers across the world. Some of the more popular …
It does not matter where you live or what your home and property look like: security is essential. You will likely spend more on your home than anything else, so protecting it and the possessions inside should be a top priority to you. Even more critical is your own safety and that of your loved …
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The terms revenue and profit are often used interchangeable by people. Of course, not all of us are accountants or financial gurus. However, if you are out there trying to make money with a side hustle or small business, it is quite important to understand revenue vs profit and how that effects your cash-flow. On …
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Buying a car can simultaneously be one of the most exciting and stressful purchases you will make. There is a lot to consider before you drive the vehicle home. Not only are the total costs and monthly payment critical, but you must also think about insuring the vehicle. While carrying auto insurance is not required …
