Following my latest post yesterday I received an excellent comment from a regular reader. I thought it was good enough, and important enough, to build a separate post around. Here is the comment: MaximTsigalko wrote… I honestly don’t understand the “won’t you get bored” angle and it feels like an excuse people make to themselvesContinue reading “FIRE and Boredom”
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Part 277: What don’t you understand?
Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week I discuss how to deal with people who don’t understand FIRE. Also, a look back at my second week in a new job. Weekly Update It’s the end of my second week in the new job and I’m tired. The training is intense butContinue reading “Part 277: What don’t you understand?”
Part 276: Recognising Misleading Statistics
Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week I discuss misleading statistics and how they can impact investors. There are the usual financial updates, and some more thoughts on customer service. Weekly Update It’s been my first week in my new employment and it’s been mentally exhausting. The training is detailed andContinue reading “Part 276: Recognising Misleading Statistics”
Part 275: The Mortgage, The Chatbot, and The Coffee
Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week I discuss technology and AI. Also, some thoughts on repaying our mortgage, and a look ahead to my first week of a new job. Weekly Update Have you ever heard the term PICNIC to describe issues with technology? Well, it’s shorthand for Problem inContinue reading “Part 275: The Mortgage, The Chatbot, and The Coffee”
Part 273: Jobs, Birthdays, Cats, and Pensions
Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week I discuss possible changes to pensions and ISAs. Also, possible progress on the job front, and more pictures of cats. Weekly Update It’s more of the same this week as I’ve continued my job search and spent much of my free time chilling withContinue reading “Part 273: Jobs, Birthdays, Cats, and Pensions”
Part 272: Does The FI Mentality Make Work Harder?
Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week I discuss how the pursuit of FI can impact your ability to stay motivated in work. Also, a minor change in our property value. There’s all the usual financial updates, and more fun with Monopoly. Weekly Update It’s the first full week of 2025Continue reading “Part 272: Does The FI Mentality Make Work Harder?”
The Myth of Retirement at 65: Why It’s Really in Your Hands
The Myth of Retirement at 65: Why It’s Really in Your Hands For decades, society has ingrained in us the idea that retirement happens at 65 or, for some, 70. It’s a milestone we’re told to look forward to: the golden years of relaxation after decades of hard work. But let’s pause for a momentContinue reading “The Myth of Retirement at 65: Why It’s Really in Your Hands”
Part 271: New Year, New… something?
Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week I discuss the new year and provide some positive financial updates. Weekly Update The world is finally returning to normal, at least in some ways. Now that the new year has started we can get used to a normal weekly routine again. Something incredibleContinue reading “Part 271: New Year, New… something?”
Starting Early
The Power of Starting Early: Why Time is Your Best Friend in Investing **This post should not be taken as advice. Before you invest, seek impartial and expert advice.** Three main factors impact the return you get from investments; time in the market, the rate of growth, and the amount you regularly invest. Many people,Continue reading “Starting Early”
Part 269: Priorities, Incentives, and Cutting Costs
Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week I discuss incentives and priorities at work. Also, a look back at lifetime contributions to my ISA and pensions. There are some frustrating updates on the job front for our household and a few thoughts on Christmas. Weekly Update A Very Covid Christmas IContinue reading “Part 269: Priorities, Incentives, and Cutting Costs”