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Financial Independence Blog
Keep up-to-date with all the news and ideas on how I am progressing on my journey to Financial Independence. Learn about me and what I am doing to make it possible to retire early.
I discuss side hustle ideas, how to invest, review finance books and all the things that will help you bring your point of Financial Independence Retire Early even sooner.
The FIRE Adventurer
Nov 15, 20243 min read
Understanding Financial Market Changes Since President Trump’s Re-Election.
How has the re-election of President Trump effected the financial markets? And how will it change my strategy?
The FIRE Adventurer
Oct 31, 20243 min read
Take Control Of Your Own Autumn Budget
What the recent Autumn Budget taught me about my own Finances
The FIRE Adventurer
Sep 27, 20243 min read
My Experience with First Direct
My First Direct Regular Saving account has recently matured - have a read to how I found it.
The FIRE Adventurer
Jul 30, 20243 min read
An Underwhelming Bitcoin Halving
Bitcoin halving occurred earlier this year, but the impact wasn't as positive as many had expected. Let's check it out and see why.
The FIRE Adventurer
Jun 29, 20243 min read
Working From Home Review
Has working from home been a win? I have saved time, money and reduced stress - so probably yes!
The FIRE Adventurer
Mar 14, 20242 min read
Bitcoin Halving Next Month!
In April 2024 Bitcoin halving is happening. What does it mean and how excited should you get?
The FIRE Adventurer
Mar 4, 20243 min read
Robo Investing Wealthify: Part 2
After 1 year on the robo-investing platform Wealthify, what did I learn?
The FIRE Adventurer
Feb 26, 20245 min read
How to get a Business Class flight for £1!
Want to book cheap Business Class Flights with top airlines? Find out how I flew from London to Cyprus for £1.
The FIRE Adventurer
Dec 29, 20233 min read
A 10 Steps Blueprint for New Year Wealth Building
A 10 steps blueprint for New Year Wealth Building. Follow these steps to make 2024 the best financial year yet.
The FIRE Adventurer
Nov 13, 20232 min read
FREE Money with a Bank Switch
The bank switch offers give you FREE cash for them doing the work - don't miss out!
The FIRE Adventurer
Oct 19, 20232 min read
Robo Investing Fail
My experience with Wealthify robo-investing and why I won't be rushing back.
The FIRE Adventurer
Jul 5, 20233 min read
What is your REAL Hourly Rate?
I bet you know your salary. You may also know what your gross hourly rate is, so the rate you get paid before tax. But do you know what your
The FIRE Adventurer
Jun 6, 20234 min read
Top 5 Side Hustle Ideas 2023
My top 5 side hustle options for 2023
The FIRE Adventurer
Mar 9, 20233 min read
Where is the best place to hold your Emergency Fund - Premium Bonds?
Should I still be using Premium Bonds for my Emergency Fund?
The FIRE Adventurer
Feb 16, 20234 min read
Top 5 Tips for Dividend Investing
Top 5 Tips for Dividend Investing:
1/ A good financial base
2/ Do your research
3/ Be patient
4/ Don't be distracted
5/ Be realistic
The FIRE Adventurer
Jan 9, 20233 min read
New Year New Whatever...
New Year resolutions can be great, but this year I am finding it daunting. Who else?
The FIRE Adventurer
Dec 22, 20223 min read
FTX: The Ponzi Warning of Crypto
So full disclosure that title makes no sense and is a little bit of clickbait to get people rattled. If you are rattled, calm down and...
The FIRE Adventurer
Oct 24, 20225 min read
How to Survive a Recession
Do these 5 checks to make sure you are ready for any uncertain economic future.
The FIRE Adventurer
Sep 26, 20222 min read
Contrepreneur - my favourite new show!
Mike Winnet and his Contrepreneur videos are a breath of fresh air calling out the conmen of the internet.
The FIRE Adventurer
Sep 9, 20224 min read
Travel Hacking For Beginners Part 2
Travel Hacking Part 2 where we look at more credit card options and some strategy on how to apply it.
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