Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week I put forward some financial lessons for the 21st century. Also, Fork Theory, and finally, yes, that story coming from the Coldplay concert. Weekly Update Another week done on the journey to FI, and another week of warm and humid weather. I don’t generallyContinue reading “Part 299: Financial Lessons for the 21st Century”
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Part 292: House Prices and Index Valuations
Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week, I discuss house prices and lender index valuations. Also, thoughts on withdrawal rates, and a busy week. Weekly Update I had the first part of the week off work with the bank holiday, and because I booked the Tuesday off to help my Dad moveContinue reading “Part 292: House Prices and Index Valuations”
Part 290: The FI Trinity
Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week I discuss the FI Trinity. Also, thoughts on overpaying mortgages with some exploration of the different approaches you can take with this. There’s the usual weekly and financial updates, and more… How to Start Your Journey to Financial Independence Financial Independence (FI) is aboutContinue reading “Part 290: The FI Trinity”
Part 289: Locks, Stocks, and a Plastic President
Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week, I discuss investing versus overpaying a mortgage. Also, another nice walk, and more insanity from the White House. Weekly Update A stressful week, and I’m glad it’s over. I think a lot of stuff is catching up with me, and I’m starting to runContinue reading “Part 289: Locks, Stocks, and a Plastic President”
Part 287: Another Milestone
Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week, I celebrate a new investing milestone. Also, thoughts on the increasing craziness over in the United States. Weekly Update I had a great weekend last week with a nice four-day break from work. On Easter Sunday, Oana and I went for a meal withContinue reading “Part 287: Another Milestone”
Part 286: If you tolerate this…
Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week I wanted to avoid politics, but *gestures at… everything* Let’s just get into it… Weekly Update Another week down, another week closer to FI. I’m afraid there’s not much to report from the early part of the week, as it was taken up entirelyContinue reading “Part 286: If you tolerate this…”
Part 285: Thoughts and Tariffs
Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week, I take a look at the recent market volatility. Also, the basics of FI. This week’s title comes from a post I saw on social media where someone was complaining about Trump crashing the economy. From what I could gather, they were a formerContinue reading “Part 285: Thoughts and Tariffs”
Part 284: The Math ain’t Mathin’
Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE, with a brand new logo! This week I consider different options for the new financial year. Also, a great walk in the Peak District, and more stupidity from you-know-who. Weekly Update I had my first appointment with a client at my new job this week, andContinue reading “Part 284: The Math ain’t Mathin’”
Part 283: Financially Independent, Neurodivergent
Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week I discuss the importance of FI to those who are neurodivergent or struggling with mental health. Also, the third anniversary of Poppy joining our family, and some thoughts on the future of Europe. Weekly Update It’s been a busy week, and the days seem toContinue reading “Part 283: Financially Independent, Neurodivergent”
Part 280: Haters gonna hate, doubters gonna doubt…
Hello and welcome back to Mortgage Advisor on FIRE. This week I discuss job interviews and recruitment in general. Also, a dive into Quantum Immortality. Finally, thoughts on motivation with FI. Weekly Update Another full week of work, which left me exhausted. I’m finding this new job, and the training, difficult but in a goodContinue reading “Part 280: Haters gonna hate, doubters gonna doubt…”