Does the Outcome of the Presidential Election Impact My Investments? Ep #251
Do we care who wins the election? Does it actually impact our investments? The issues at stake matter to each of us for different reasons. Most Democrats think things will be better if a Democrat is voted into office. Most Republicans likely feel that things will fare better with a Republican in office. But does…
6 Lessons from Fritz Gilbert’s 6 Years of Retirement, Ep #250
I frequently talk about what you should do to prepare for retirement and how to handle the years leading to retirement. But I rarely talk about what to do during retirement because I haven’t experienced it. So when I came across Fritz Gilbert’s article, “6 Lessons from 6 Years of Retirement,” I knew I had…
The 3 Big Rules of Investing, Ep #249
I believe there are three rules that every family steward should follow when it comes to investing. In theory, these rules are “easy” to follow—but living by them is not. Secondly, these rules will not surprise you. That does not make them any less important. So in this episode of Best in Wealth, I will…
Buying a New Car: What to Learn from My Experience, Ep #248
How Much Should You Spend on Vacations? Ep #247
I am often asked how much a family should spend on vacations. While that is entirely personal, most experts recommend that 5–10% of your net income can be spent on vacations. Many factors may change this number. Maybe you have a large family or your kids are into expensive sports. You might not have that…