Today is advice day where you get some tips about how to benefit from the current interest rate environment.
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Today is advice day where you get some tips about how to benefit from the current interest rate environment.
I was on the train in New Jersey, off to visit my in-laws this week, when I overheard one of the train conductors speaking to his friends. He bragged about his amazing money saving strategy.
I ran into Lynn in the airport on the way home and exclaimed how professional and polished her presentation was. I was shocked that this was her first public presentation.
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Sometimes cutting back on your expectations and doing less rather than more, leads to greater long term health and wealth.
Once you are armed with the basic knowledge and data, you’ll be in a much better place to make decisions. You’ll know if something is eating up too much of your money and time, and you’ll see if your investing strategy is still in line with your goals.
I’ve taken this approach, I don’t evaluate my ideas too much, but just dive in. That eradicates the possibility that I’ll avoid new activities because I’m scared. I assume that I’m talented and smart enough to achieve my goals.
I’m a champion of maintaining a positive attitude and persisting in spite of difficulty. But sometimes it’s wiser to throw in the towel. Now, might be one of those times.
This stuff is not rocket science, and it’s not even too hard (except in the beginning). Now, I don’t believe the adage that it takes 21 days to develop a habit. I think it takes much longer. But the great thing about habits is the more you practice, the easier they are to maintain.
So, I’m going to walk you through 3 habits, that if practiced over time, will lead to a trimmer weight and a fatter wallet!
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