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My Dividend Stock Investing Experiment: 8 Picks to Riches?

By Cubert - June 25, 2022 - Updated on October 18, 2022

dividend stock investing or biking?

We've been riding the waves of a strong stock market and scorching hot housing market for several years now. Our investments are split roughly 50-50 between stocks and houses, and throwing more money at either isn't all … [Read more...] about My Dividend Stock Investing Experiment: 8 Picks to Riches?

Airbnb Profitability Makes for a Retirement Cash Cow

By Cubert - June 11, 2022 - Updated on October 20, 2022

airbnb cash cow owner

Our condo in Northern Michigan continues to provide a strong and reliable stream of income. Thank you, pent-up pandemic demand! Since we opened our Airbnb Experiment for business back in 2018, the area has become even … [Read more...] about Airbnb Profitability Makes for a Retirement Cash Cow

Dealing With Uncertainty When Retirement Is Near

By Cubert - May 20, 2022 - Updated on September 25, 2022

converse shoes

The last couple of years have been nuts. I've got nothing to complain about and a lot more to contribute. Blogging just had to take a back seat for a while. Uncertainty gives life some spice, but it sure can take you out of a … [Read more...] about Dealing With Uncertainty When Retirement Is Near

Inflation Spike Impact on Retirement Plans

By Cubert - January 31, 2022 - Updated on October 18, 2022

surprised cat

We've heard the numbers – a lot. Inflation is running at about 7% – the highest rate in 40 years. "Transitory" was the word first used to describe it, but this past November, Fed. Chairman Jerome Powell stated, "I think … [Read more...] about Inflation Spike Impact on Retirement Plans

Is a Hair Transplant Worth It? Consider Alternatives First!

By Cubert - January 28, 2022 - Updated on November 7, 2022

smiling old bald man

Roughly 250,000 hair transplants occur in the U.S. alone each year, approaching 900,000 worldwide. This is not a rare procedure, by a long shot. Is a hair transplant worth it? Consider that well over 33% of men (and women) … [Read more...] about Is a Hair Transplant Worth It? Consider Alternatives First!

Top Tips for Creating a Strict Financial Budget

By Cubert - January 17, 2022 - Updated on June 15, 2023

setting a strict financial budget

Creating and sticking to a strict financial budget will really help optimize and improve your financial situation, not to mention reducing your stress levels. Whether you are keen to get out of debt, make financial … [Read more...] about Top Tips for Creating a Strict Financial Budget

Experiments in Work Life Balance During a Pandemic

By Cubert - November 23, 2020 - Updated on September 28, 2022

work life balance

A lot has changed in 2020 thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, especially for the fortunate who can work from home. This post explores a first-world problem that's a matter of "counting one's blessings" rather than whining … [Read more...] about Experiments in Work Life Balance During a Pandemic

What Are Smart Lockers? Modern Tech Meets Security

By Cubert - November 15, 2020 - Updated on October 13, 2022

smart locker

Since the pandemic is not going away any time soon, more people are shopping online, and relying on e-commerce to get what they need. Whether it be textbooks, prescriptions, retail, or pretty much millions of products … [Read more...] about What Are Smart Lockers? Modern Tech Meets Security

Getting a Grip on Your Retirement Needs

By Cubert - September 12, 2020 - Updated on October 13, 2022

big bunny

The original Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is a useful lens for deciding if early retirement is a means to an end (or simply an escape hatch from stress). At this point, I'll take all the help I can get to figure this riddle … [Read more...] about Getting a Grip on Your Retirement Needs

How to Slow Down (When Early Retirement Isn’t in the Cards)

By Cubert - July 11, 2020 - Updated on June 15, 2023

Darth Maul

Over the years my job has fluctuated between periods of slowness and boredom and periods of mass hysteria and weekend-marathon testing calls. Part of what makes the field of software delivery so appealing is the decent … [Read more...] about How to Slow Down (When Early Retirement Isn’t in the Cards)

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CubertHello, I’m Cubert. I retired from Corporate America in June of 2023, at age 50. If you’re tired of the grind, check out the numerous posts here and decide for yourself if FIRE (Financial Independence / Early Retirement) is right for you…

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