# Personal Finance

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The Snowball and the Bike: Teaching Kids the Power of Compound Interest

Sep 23, 2025

A new bike, a little umpire money, and the lesson that time does the heavy lifting. Here’s how I’m teaching my kids that saving before 20 is the real snowball effect — with a simple tool to show the magic of compounding.

I Missed Intel — And That’s Okay

Sep 18, 2025

I skipped Intel at $20 because the numbers looked terrible, only to watch the government step in with unprecedented support. Missing wasn’t failure—it was discipline, and patience is what keeps you in the game.

Why I Added to My CROX Position

Aug 7, 2025

Crocs stock fell 27% on earnings, but I added to my CROX position. Here’s why I believe in dollar-cost averaging, brand strength, and long-term durability despite short-term uncertainty.

The Hardest Part of Inheriting Isn’t the Money

Jul 24, 2025

We think the hard part of inheritance is dividing money. But the real challenge is speaking up before things fall apart—and living with the discomfort of being the one willing to do it.

Why I Bought $GOOG at $155 — and Think the Market Got it Wrong

May 8, 2025

Google’s 10% dip is an overreaction. With a 17x P/E, top-tier AI (Gemini), YouTube dominance, cloud growth, and a massive $80B buyback, $GOOG is the best deal in Big Tech.

I Wasn’t Going to Buy… Then I Did

Apr 9, 2025

After saying I wouldn’t buy yesterday, I saw signs in the bond market and political landscape that told me it was time to move. Here’s why I bought NVO and CROX—and what happened next.

Not Every Dip Deserves a Buy

Apr 8, 2025

I'm not buying stocks right now. Here's why I'm holding cash, how Trump’s trade war factors in, and what would make me invest again.

A Simple Life Philosophy for Financial Independence and Happiness

Mar 4, 2025

Struggling with financial comparisons? This simple philosophy from the FIRE community will help you stay on track and focus on what truly matters.

How We Taught Our Kids About Investing by Buying Budweiser When Everyone Was Selling

Feb 26, 2025

Teach your kids about investing by spotting market opportunities. See how we used Budweiser’s stock dip to show them how to grow their money wisely.

The Costly Credit Card Mistake I Made in College (And How to Avoid It)

Feb 22, 2025

I racked up $4,500 in credit card debt by 24. Learn how I fell into the trap in college, the costly mistakes I made, and how to avoid them yourself.