Today's post is all about the economical and developmental benefits of raising free-range kids. Wait, where are those two rug rats? While enjoying the lovely scenery here in northern Michigan, I've read up on Lenore … [Read more...] about The Benefits of Raising Free Range Kids
How to Make Your House Look Like a Palace
As a bachelor, I spent the better part of my twenties not giving a rip about the interior décor of my apartment. A few relationships later, I came to understand the value of not living like a pig when it came to impressing … [Read more...] about How to Make Your House Look Like a Palace
How to Use an Excel Spreadsheet for Your Budget (w/Download)
Here's a post for anyone who gets shivers down his or her spine at the prospect of regularly tracking his or her expenses. One of the most powerful tools for saving for early retirement is the humble, simple, elegant … [Read more...] about How to Use an Excel Spreadsheet for Your Budget (w/Download)
BMW Drivers Are All A-holes (The Evidence is Overwhelming)
Generally, I'm not a fan of driving. I'd rather walk or ride my bike given the choice and considering the distance involved. Last night was softball double-header night, and the team needed me there on time, ready to … [Read more...] about BMW Drivers Are All A-holes (The Evidence is Overwhelming)
How to Make the Perfect Old Fashioned Cocktail
Folks, getting up at 5 AM every day has its perks. No more excuses for not producing high-quality, well-crafted content for our readers, most of the time... Put in a hard day's work and ready to unwind with a cocktail? … [Read more...] about How to Make the Perfect Old Fashioned Cocktail
Top 10 Landlord Tips for First Time Rental Owners
A key part of our strategy to achieve early retirement is our four single-family rental homes. We've been fortunate to have super low vacancies in a market with very high tenant demand here in Minneapolis. This post … [Read more...] about Top 10 Landlord Tips for First Time Rental Owners
Using an Aeropress Is Easy and Inexpensive (Bye Bye Keurig)
I'm convinced that no reasonable person can function without coffee. Which is odd, considering how I got by without it until my mid-30s. I reckon something happens to sap corporate stooges of their youthful energy within … [Read more...] about Using an Aeropress Is Easy and Inexpensive (Bye Bye Keurig)
The 4 Hidden Costs of a Debt Free Lifestyle
Today's post is contributed by Amy Nickson, a passionate writer on finance. Amy is a professional blogger who has started her blog and also works as a contributor to the Oak View Law Group. Please share your opinions by … [Read more...] about The 4 Hidden Costs of a Debt Free Lifestyle
My Fail Safe 5AM Wake Up Call Experiment
This headline must be causing a few eye-rolls out in the ether. Here I am offering up snake oil health advice to my loyal readers. Now, why would anyone in their right mind make a habit of waking up as early as 5AM (much … [Read more...] about My Fail Safe 5AM Wake Up Call Experiment
The Unexpected Benefits of Cycling to Work
I've been bike riding to work for the past three years now, and have found several unexpected benefits of cycling those 20 miles each day. We're going to get into how I started this fun little habit and share all about how … [Read more...] about The Unexpected Benefits of Cycling to Work
