Originally published January 10th, 2020. There are two main dividing lines in my life; before and after 9/11, and before and after Covid. Both events changed the world massively, and we’re still dealing with the impact of the pandemic. Trying to remember a time before face masks, social distancing, and handshakes is strange now. IntroductionContinue reading “Looking Back: Part 12”
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Part 239
Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week I discuss the possible impacts on the BTL market if Labour are elected. I also look at the state of the Tory party ahead of the recently announced election. I give details on a new mini-series of blog posts, and there’s another example ofContinue reading “Part 239”
Letters to Oana: Part 1
Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE and the first in a new short series of posts which I’m calling Letters to Oana. This series is designed to break down FIRE to the absolute basics and give someone with no prior knowledge about investing enough information to manage their financial future. Disclaimer ThisContinue reading “Letters to Oana: Part 1”
Part 238: Flukes, Cool Worlds, CHILL, and more…
Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week I discuss the CHILL movement that was mentioned by someone on Reddit, and give some suggestions for how I would change the world of work. I also give a shout out to a really cool YouTube channel I’ve recently discovered. Weekly Update As IContinue reading “Part 238: Flukes, Cool Worlds, CHILL, and more…”
Part 237: A Little Bit of Everything…
Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. It’s a bit of a mixed bag this week as I touch on a range of subjects; everything from losing my voice to getting annoyed with poor storytelling, to pointless questions and One More Year syndrome. Weekly Update Having a cold sucks, but that’s how myContinue reading “Part 237: A Little Bit of Everything…”
Part 236: The Working Day, FI Boredom, and Football Drama.
Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week I discuss my attempts to reduce my caffeine intake, some updates on my BTL, the usual financial updates, and some thoughts on boredom in retirement. Also, some thoughts on a dramatic end to the football league season. Finally, the return of the Tory Clusterfuck. Continue reading “Part 236: The Working Day, FI Boredom, and Football Drama.”
Part 235
Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week I discuss the impact that AI may have on investing. Also, an exciting update on my BTL, and a busy week of medical appointments. Weekly Update I’ve had a week off work but it’s not proven quite as relaxing as I’d hoped. Last SundayContinue reading “Part 235”
Part 234: FI Projections and the Value of Pensions
Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week I take a look at some FI projections, and explain why pensions are a worthwhile investment no matter your age. Weekly Update This week was mostly standard; working and then chilling out. Oana has been preparing to start her new job, and just likeContinue reading “Part 234: FI Projections and the Value of Pensions”
Looking Back: Part 8
Originally published: December 19th, 2019. This was my last trip to Romania before Covid-19 hit, and I always liked Romania in the winter. It does get very cold though. I doubt we’ll ever return to Snagov, but that’s a story for another time. Weekly Update Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. IContinue reading “Looking Back: Part 8”
Part 233: Sample Bias and Investment Decisions
Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week I discuss luck and how it can change the course of you life. Also, sample bias and investing; why people need to think critically when presented with data. Quote of the Week Never confuse wisdom with luck. Ferengi Rules of Acquisition I’ve had aContinue reading “Part 233: Sample Bias and Investment Decisions”