Derek HagenDec 6, 20183 minKeeping Up with the Jones' is Bad for Your WealthLife is too short to jump on the hedonic treadmill of trying to keep up with the Jones'. What the Jones' do is none of your business.
Derek HagenAug 16, 20182 minDon't Ignore Your 'Wants' When You BudgetClassifying all your expenses as wants and needs, and getting rid of your wants is not the best solution. All wants have an underlying need.
Derek HagenJul 19, 20183 minGoal-Setting Doesn't Work - Focus on Systems and HabitsSomeone with goals might do better than someone without any focus, but try systems instead. Focus on the process and get good outcomes.
Derek HagenJul 12, 20184 minWe Can't Afford It!Getting clear about what is important to you and your family means that you won't have to wonder which version of "afford" to use.