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Part 165

Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. A look at our plans for Christmas, and a list of my most-read posts of 2022. Also, the usual financial updates, and some BTL developments. Weekly Update I always find this time of year a bit strange. I used to be quite anti-Christmas, but now IContinue reading “Part 165”

Part 114

Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. The first blog post of 2022 is a tragic one, as I report the passing of our cat Bobby. I take a look at how positive Covid tests impacted our Christmas, and look ahead to 2022. First, the Quote of the Week: Quote of the WeekContinue reading “Part 114”

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 88

Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week I talk a little about mental burnout, my discovery of the show Invincible and finish with a look at how first time buyers are struggling to buy a house. First, the Quote of the Week: Quote of the Week My tolerance for dealing withContinue reading “Part 88”

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 85

Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week I briefly discuss the concepts of truth, risk and expertise. I also look at my FIRE number and explain why my Facebook account was recently restricted. First, the Quote of the Week: Quote of the Week Another week down and, after over a yearContinue reading “Part 85”

Part 83

Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week I look at the concept of survivorship bias and how it relates to investing. Also, the usual financial updates and a few pictures from Bob’s first full week as part of our family. So let’s get to the Quote of the Week: Quote ofContinue reading “Part 83”

Part 74

Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week I pay tribute to Sweep, my elderly cat, my best friend, who passed away this week. Quote of the Week I don’t even know where to start, so I’m just going to type and see where this goes. I have a rough idea ofContinue reading “Part 74”