Michelangelo once said that, “The greater danger for most of us lies not in setting our aim too high and falling short; but in setting our aim too low and achieving our mark.” Recently, I posted about my $50000 goal, which is my effort to save $50000 over the next 16 months. That will be… Read More »
This $50000 savings goal is a brand new project I am starting. I have many things I would like to do with my income. These include: Increase my contribution to my Dividend Portfolio Save for a down payment on a house or beach condo Payoff my mortgage early Establish an adequate emergency fund Invest money… Read More »
Recently, I had a health scare. Up to now, I’ve been operating on the notion that I was going to live until I’m in my 90s. At the very least, I was going to make it to retirement and then enjoy life. So, I designed my financial plan with a few assumptions specific to my… Read More »
I wasn’t sure how to title this post or even whether I should write it. On this blog, I try to be transparent, but I am also private. So, it’s a constant battle between what and how much about my personal life I should share. Clearly, this blog is focused on dividend growth investing, and… Read More »
As you know, this blog is focused on my efforts to build wealth using the dividend growth investing strategy. It’s a slow path to financial freedom. But, while the strategy may eventually get me there, I also realize it’s not the only path to take. To that extent, for example, I’ve invested in real estate.… Read More »
Well, here we go again. I have some exciting news! I just bought a beach condo – again. I’ve wanted a beach condo since 2019. During that time I was locked into a contract that I cancelled earlier this year. But, there’s no use crying over spilt milk. I kept watching the market and after… Read More »
I have some important news. The minimum contribution to my dividend portfolio is paused. It has been said that life happens when you make plans. Well, right now life has happened. After doing some self-reflection and soul searching, I think this was the right decision. This may be a longer post as I try to… Read More »
At the start of the year, I was armed with lots of moment from the New Year. One of my resolutions was to create a YouTube Channel and take it live. Well, it is now May 2021, and I still haven’t gone live. What gives? What am I waiting for? And, what is holding me… Read More »
I have some HUGE news. On May 13, 2021, I placed an offer on a house and it was accepted! I am beyond excited. This is a CRAZY HOT real estate market we are in. Although I knew that my offer was strong, I still didn’t think I would be so lucky to get a… Read More »
Being in a relationship can be a great thing. Imagine having a partner who always has your back and who is there to motivate you when times get tough. What about the ability to leverage two incomes? That sounds like bliss. Of course, the grass is always greener on the other side. I know for… Read More »