Rich versus Poor Mindsets: Which one are you?
I have always believed your mindset really determines whether you become rich or poor, regardless of income. Now, when I talk about ‘rich’, I mean money, but a rich lif
Looking at different levels of FIRE retirement: Lean, Regular, Fat/Luxury and Barista
FYI … FIRE = Financial Independence / Retire Early It’s a movement that has taken root in the past 10 years, kicked off by this book: Your money or your life which I ab
Investing Series: What does re-balancing a portfolio and dollar cost averaging mean?
Something that people kept repeating and I didn’t understand when I started, was what “re-balancing a portfolio” meant. I was imagining a tightrope but I am sure
Diamonds really are a girl’s best friend – Why women weren’t gold diggers
In watching “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes” (1953), it struck me that people found it funny, entertaining, or even a bit rude because it’s assuming all women are gold
What goes into a Net Worth Calculation?
I have been doing this for so long I forget that sometimes people have very confused ideas about what goes into a net worth and what doesn’t. I don’t think I have ever
Cautionary Tale: Why you should never lose sight of your money
I’d say enjoy but it is pretty horrific. This is why you should never lose sight of your money, no matter who you are, where you are, and what you do. This is exactly why wom
Canada: Can you save too much in your Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)?
I know it sounds ridiculous. Saving TOO MUCH in your retirement plans? This is definitely a #RichPersonsProblem, but nonetheless, one that exists. However, it is true that the gove
Canada Estate Planning for Tax Efficiency Rough Guide
This is a general guide. I came up with this out of some general rules from reading and researching and they are this. RULES There is no inheritance or estate tax upon death Upon d
Dividend Investing 101: What you need to look for and why when buying stocks
Disclaimer: I am not suggesting you all do this. I am not suggesting you buy ANY of the picks mentioned below. I am not a financial advisor, I do not have a crystal ball AND I am o
Ask Sherry: Where can I invest money and not lose it?
You asked, and I am answering every Friday once I have enough questions! You can ask any question using the form here. Where can I invest $400 and not lose any money? No risk = No