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Part 125

Welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week I discuss gambling addiction, and then take a detailed look at corporate values. There are the usual financial updates and more information on our BTL refurb. First, the Quote of the Week: The last few weeks have seen many people I follow on social media relapseContinue reading “Part 125”

Part 98

I can’t believe it has been twenty years since the 9/11 terrorist attacks. It was such a surreal day. I was just finishing up my day at sixth form and it was my 18th birthday. I made the decision to go ahead with my birthday celebrations, on the basis that life must go on andContinue reading “Part 98”

Part 97

Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week I highlight the case of Luke Ashton, who took his own life following a battle with gambling addiction. Also, an update on our return to the UK much earlier than planned. I discuss some major changes to my FIRE plans, and also mention Nika,Continue reading “Part 97”

Part 95

Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week I touch on a few subjects, some of which I’ve covered in the past but I think they need addressing again. I look at Dunning-Kruger in the context of vaccine safety. Also, a look at the situation in Afghanistan and the tragic death ofContinue reading “Part 95”

Part 94

Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week I discuss opinions and expertise. Also, an update on my mental health and potential return to work. I also discuss the predicted alien invasion that failed to materialise this week, and as usual the normal financial updates. First, the Quote of the Week: QuoteContinue reading “Part 94”

Part 90

Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week, in the 90th part of the blog, I look at masking again, in addition to looking at the fallout from England’s defeat in the EURO final. Also, another frustrating interaction with the agent managing our BTL. First, the Quote of the Week: Quote ofContinue reading “Part 90”

Part 87

Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week I discuss gambling addiction, Tory sleaze and then take a detailed look at the numbers for my BTL and how property values will impact my plans. Quote of the Week As I write this I have gone 702 days without gambling. Since I firstContinue reading “Part 87”

Part 80

Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. A slightly shorter post this week as I’ve not been feeling great. I’ll be talking a little bit about the football club I support and some more abysmal customer service. Quote of the Week Although I’m not as enthusiastic about football as I once was, IContinue reading “Part 80”

Part 75

Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week I look at the crisis engulfing John Lewis, and retail in general. I also highlight a local musician who has just released his first single. Also, the usual financial updates. First, the Quote of the Week. Quote of the Week Retail is ever changingContinue reading “Part 75”

Part 72

Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on F.I.R.E. This week I will be talking about suicide and suicidal thoughts, in addition to male on female violence. The following content may not be suitable for all readers. Quote of the Week There has been a lot of talk recently about suicide, in the wake ofContinue reading “Part 72”