My Friend Forbids His Son from Getting a Stable Job in Silicon Valley, For a Good Reason

Let me tell you a story about my friend, a Malaysian who migrated to the San Francisco silicon valley. I visited him in the Bay Area during my last trip to

What To Do If I’m Bad in Finance?

Hmm … Here is my take on this. First, it is one thing to recognise this as a part of your shortcomings. However, it is another thing to use this as an

Top Factors for Choosing a Location for Your Home

During my last trip to the USA, I made a road trip from Portland to San Francisco. In the bay area, I visited two friends who had just moved to

3 Money Lessons after Driving a Tesla for a Week

When I first migrated to the USA, I contemplated buying a Tesla. We wanted an SUV. Too bad that a Tesla Model X is still way more expensive, about 2x

Asset Allocation: Is It Suitable for You?

Lately, I read some materials on asset allocation. As I reflect, while I agree on its principles and virtues, I’m also in the opinion that it might not be suitable

Expensive Private Education: Worth it?

My son asked me how much his education cost. I cracked my head to explain it to him. Let me tell you the story. One evening, when we were walking towards

5 Principles Fresh Graduates Can Apply to Become Financially Successful

I’m currently in my 40s. I won’t say that I’ve attained the ‘Richie Rich’ level of financial wealth, but I do enjoy some level of financial security. Today, as I

How Football Shaped How I Invest and Plan My Finances Today?

When I was a secondary school boy, I became an avid footballer. Nothing beats the feeling of running freely around the padang to kick a ball and at that time, football

How Taekwondo has Shaped My Investment Style Today?

When I was a schoolkid, I enjoyed playing all kinds of sports. I was doing okay in football but the one sport I wish I could do really well was

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