Depending upon your world view, getting into “The 1%” is either shameful or commendable. Regardless of your perspective here, let’s look at what it takes to actually be in the top 1%. Measuring Wealth There are two main ways to measure wealth: income and net worth. It turns out that there is little correlation between income and […]
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If You Don’t Have Your Health, You Don’t Have Your Freedom
Money is great. It provides security, options, and freedom. If you work hard, practice relative deprivation, and save enough money to become financially independent, you will have reached a commendable milestone. However, financial independence means nothing if you don’t have your health. It doesn’t matter that you have $5 million if you aren’t around to enjoy it, or if […]
Alaskans: Save your PFD!
There are quite a few unusual things up here in Alaska. For instance, it is common to be chased by a moose while running at Kincaid Park. You can scoop salmon out of the Kenai river without a rod. And for five months out of the year, the sun barely peeks above the horizon. The Permanent Fund Dividend […]
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