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Every once in a while, I write something that I’m really happy with. These are some of my favorites.

The Awakening: My first post.

Enough: The key to a happy life.

The 1500 Cold War: I have a mostly happy marriage.

Almost Arrested!: About the time when my frugality almost got me in trouble with the Iowa Highway Patrol

A Swinging Banging Side Hustle: Yes, it is what you think it is.

My Philosophy on Money: It’s not about money.

$1,120,000: The one where I announced that I had accomplished my money goal

Why the 4% Rule won’t give you the clap: Don’t be afraid of the 4% Rule.

Death March to FI: Enjoy the journey. Please.

Net worth of $160,000,000 and working in food service: Would you work at a deli if you had infinite money?

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Freedom!

My goal was to build a portfolio of $1,000,000 by February of 2017; 1500 days from the birth of this blog (January 1, 2013). And hey look, I’ve since retired!

Investments only (primary home excluded)
1/1/13 (The Start): $586,043
1/1/14 (1 Yr Later): $869,635
1/1/15 (2 Yrs Later): $987,351
1/1/16 (3 Yrs Later): $1,057,961
2017 (4 Yrs Later): $RETIRED$

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Investing is risky business. The information contained on this site is for informational purposes only. As with all matters financial, proceed with caution. Do your research and seek professional advice.

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