What’s The One Thing That All Early Retirees Have In Common?

I’ve been reading books and blogs about personal finance for years. The advice and perspective runs the gamut.  Some are extreme savers.  Some are real estate gurus.  And some just want to travel.  But there is one thing all people who hit financial independence early in life have in common. They Have An Intense Focus […]

Thinking Of Early Retirement? Here Are The Dos And Don’ts

As close readers of Mighty Investor know, I don’t believe in “retirement.”  My mantra is financial independence yes, early retirement no! Why?  Because people who think of themselves as “retired” often slide into a zombie-like mode of shuffling along.  Quasi-aimless.  It ain’t good. That said, post-job my lifestyle is chill enough and autonomous enough that […]

The Brazilian, The Ferrari, and Dr. Ruth

I’ll never forget that night.  I was in Miami for a trade conference.  My buddy John was posted to our embassy in Port-au-Prince, Haiti.  I was posted to Kingston, Jamaica. And here we were, enjoying a welcome respite back in the United States after many months advancing U.S. interests in the Caribbean ;).  John suggested […]

You Don’t Want To Pursue Money. You Want To Deserve Money.

Is Facebook Evil?

“Facebook Is Amazing,” the whole world in 2013. “Facebook Is The Devil,” the whole world in early April 2018. “Facebook Makes Money Hand Over Fist,” the whole world in late April 2018. One of the recurring themes of Mighty Investor is that manias drive markets and groupthink runs riot in the media. The treatment of […]

How To Start A Blog – And Why You Should

There are a lot of reasons to start a blog.  You might start a blog: –As a side hustle to generate additional income.  –As a public forum that helps you clarify your thoughts.  –As a means to connect with like-minded people.  –To learn how the internet works, how Google works, and the basics of digital […]

The Ambassador’s Tale of Financial Woe (A True Story)

Ambassador X walked into my office, and she wasn’t smiling. “F$##$k,” I thought.   It’s not normal for an ambassador to come to your office.  You’re supposed to visit her.   “Ambassador, how can I help you?” I asked. She sat down.  Clearly in a sour mood.  “F#$%#$,” I thought again. “I want to tell you […]

Vivaldi Died A Pauper – Will You?

Do you remember the great composer Antonio Vivaldi? He was epic.  He wrote The Four Seasons, a masterwork you hear all the time.  It never gets old.   In fact, you might want to fire up that song while you read the rest of this post.  Here you go: Vivaldi Died A Pauper – Despite His […]

Stock Market Risk – Key Challenges For the Medium-Term

I’ve been watching U.S. and global stock markets for decades.  In my judgment, the key medium-to-long-term risks to the U.S. stock market have remained the same since at least the early 1990s.  There are two main risks–the overall debt load to the U.S. economy and demographic trends.  Let’s take each of these stock market risks […]

Republic Wireless Review – Republic Wireless Is An Insane Deal. Here’s Why….

In this Republic Wireless Review, we outline the the pros and cons of using Republic Wireless as your cell phone provider.  Spoiler alert!  The only con we found is that you can’t use Apple phones with Republic. Republic Wireless Video Review Try out Republic Wireless.  You’ll find out why I love this company and their […]