The Challenge is Over Last week I embarked on a culinary adventure where I would limit myself to eating just $29 worth of food for an entire week. It was not to determine if such a thing is “possible” or not. Humans are very resilient eukaryotes. The average healthy person with a body fat percentage of 20% could survive multiple… Read More »
$29 Per Week for Food In the United States most people who meet certain low income guidelines are eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, or the food stamp program). Last year glamorous Hollywood actress Gwyneth Paltrow challenged herself to live on just $29 worth of food for one week. According to the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities,… Read More »
What a Liberal Government Means for Canadian Investors ? Last week the charismatic Justin Trudeau lead the Liberals to win the 2015 federal election. I’m sure his good looks has nothing to do his popularity and success. 😛 Justin pledged to make meaningful policy changes to the country that could benefit millions. But will his commitments help you? The… Read More »
Some folks believe earning a higher income is a valid excuse to submit to lifestyle inflation. But I don’t think lifestyle should necessarily be tied to active income because job security is a fickle pickle. However with a strong framework of growing passive income, a little lifestyle inflation is not only acceptable, but I would even recommend it because YOLO.… Read More »
If money didn’t exist, we’d all be rich. However the reality is that society needs a simple and effective medium of exchange so the economy can run efficiently. Since money is so ubiquitous, yet also finite, we should try to maximize its utility by controlling and spreading our spending over time. Sometimes this means delaying a purchase until a future… Read More »
Professional football players are able to make oodles of money because they always have a goal in mind. 😀 But only 65% of Canadians feel confident they will achieve their financial goals in 2015, according to a recent CIBC poll. This is down from 76% in 2014. It appears we’re entering the New Year with a less optimistic financial outlook than last. Nevertheless… Read More »