Category Archives for Financial Independence
Fired! Three Years Later
It’s my 3-year anniversary of the day I was fired. My perspective – and my life – has changed. Could being fired be the best thing that ever happened?
Continue readingHow a Super Lousy Business Year Impacted my Net Worth
What a year 2020 was! My business venture continued to bleed money and I traded in the house for an RV. Here’s how my net worth faired.
Continue readingWrapping up my First Month of RV Life
My first month of RVing is in the books? How did it go? I made some rookie mistakes and need to get a better handle on my budget. But I’m loving it!
Continue readingHow to Downsize from a House to an RV
Here are 5 tips on how to downsize from a house to an RV. Start early and get yourself organized so that you can have fun when you hit the road.
Continue readingFired! Two Years Later and Still Kicking
Two years have passed since I was fired from my job. Despite a dismal start to being a solo entrepreneur, I’m doing pretty well on the net worth scale.
Continue readingMy Net Worth after a Terrible Financial Year
What happens to your net worth after a lousy financial year? The answer may surprise. Compound interest combined with a low debt load can carry the day.
Continue readingDownsizing and Buying my Dream RV
I found my dream RV! Suddenly, things are taking off. I’m downsizing in preparation for the sale of the house and excited to live the RV lifestyle.
Continue readingHow to Become a Financial Coach (Part 4)
The fourth step in becoming a financial coach is sales and marketing. Your goal is to build a strong referral network and learn how to overcome objections.
Continue readingThe Next Phase (Part 3): Downsizing and Lyfting
The transition from a house to an RV has begun. I started downsizing, which is ruled more by emotion than logic. And I became a Lyft driver!
Continue readingHow to Become a Financial Coach (Part 3)
The third step in becoming a financial coach is learning techniques and developing programs. Skill-building for both coaches and clients takes center place.
Continue readingThe Next Phase (Part 2): Time to Hit the Road
I’ve moved into a new phase of my life. I’m ready to give up the house and create a different life for myself. The RV lifestyle may be just the ticket!
Continue readingFired! 18-month Net Worth Report
Here’s my net worth report, 18 months after losing my job and becoming an entrepreneur. Despite zero income, I’m doing okay and optimistic about the future.
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