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Minimalist are not Nomads, but Nomads are Minimalists

Written by Adam on August 17, 2017. Updated January 8, 2023.
2 min read. Blog, Minimalism. Leave a Comment

There is a perception that minimalism means stripping possessions to the bare minimum needed to live. I find this description to be much different to what most minimalists think the term means. Here's my take on the difference between these two terms.[Read more...] about Minimalist are not Nomads, but Nomads are Minimalists

How to Invest During a Bitcoin Bubble

Written by Adam on August 15, 2017. Updated January 8, 2023.
3 min read. Canonical, Blog, Investing, Financial Independence. 3 Comments

Don't get swept into the irrational exuberance of a bubble and make a bad investment decision. If you're thinking about investing in bitcoin based on recent spikes, read about what you can do today.[Read more...] about How to Invest During a Bitcoin Bubble

Our 7 Rules of Travel Spending

Written by Adam on August 10, 2017. Updated January 8, 2023.
4 min read. Blog, Financial Independence. 17 Comments

After a decade of traveling together, Mrs. Minafi and I have developed a set of travel rules we unofficially follow. These 7 rules have served us well on dozens of trips.[Read more...] about Our 7 Rules of Travel Spending

Use Savings Rate as a Lifestyle Inflation Canary

Written by Adam on August 7, 2017. Updated January 8, 2023.
2 min read. Canonical, Blog, Financial Independence. 21 Comments

By tracking monthly expenses and computing savings rate over time, it can become crystal clear if your finances are moving in the right direction.[Read more...] about Use Savings Rate as a Lifestyle Inflation Canary

The Simple Three Fund Portfolio at Vanguard

Written by Adam on August 3, 2017. Updated January 8, 2023.
5 min read. Blog, Investing, Financial Independence. 21 Comments

A super simple way to get started investing by walking you through how to create a Vanguard account and setup a three fund portfolio.[Read more...] about The Simple Three Fund Portfolio at Vanguard

July / August 2017 Personal Goals & Review

Written by Adam on August 1, 2017. Updated January 8, 2023.
6 min read. Goals, Blog. 2 Comments

A look at how I did on my July 2017 goals and what new goals I'm making for August. I'm focusing on creating content that encourages active reading.[Read more...] about July / August 2017 Personal Goals & Review