I’m a Millionaire (but don’t look it) part 2

Following on from part 1, no how with an old final-salary pension I’m now a millionaire but don’t live the millionaire lifestyle. Advertisements

Happy Financial Independence Awareness Day – 25th April

Ok, ok I’m a day late but I thought I would quickly share some thoughts on Financial Independence Awareness Day. The 25th of April  (or April the 25th – 425) represents the 4% SWR and 25 times annual income needed to become FI. Introduced by GetRichQuickish it’s an awareness day and here’s what FI means […]

Sweet Nectar – money saving with AMEX: Updated

One of the mainstays of any savers toolkit is (ab)using the generosity of American Express.  They have offers that are there to encourage you to spend and if done right can mean you get a nice bonus.    Here’s how I saved over £130 or 10%!

I’m a Millionaire (but don’t look it) part 1

Part 1 of how GFF finds himself potentially a millionaire and why there’s more of them than you think!

Cashback Alert: £3 extra this weekend on TopCashBack just spend £10

When it comes to spending money, we all have to do it at sometime and cashback websites like TopCashBack and Quidco can save you lots. Right now there is a promotion on TCB for £3 extra cashback, all you need to do it spend £10. Here’s how I take advantage of these flash offers and […]

Tax return complete for the family

Just a very quick post here about our early Self Assessment submission.  Sit tight, it’s a gripping read!

GFF’s guide to Good Friday

I’m sat here in work today and I’ve been trying to call a few clients to catch-up on projects and opportunities but EVERYONE is off today. Who knew that Good Friday was so popular?

What I learnt from my Dad’s early retirement (aged 60) Part 1

For many, FIRE is a bit of a strange concept- a theoretical crossing of one line (passive income) and another (living expenses) and then you just “retire early” – well, I have a case study to follow and that is my Dad’s. See part 2 and part 3:

Don’t count your beer barrels before they brews

If you are interested in investing in a successful beer company, the one that GFF has a few shares in is raising money right now.  What does this mean for our finances?  Well the selling price now at £25/share is £10 a share more than what you could have bought for at the recent (poorly […]

Happy New Tax Year everyone!

Should auld taxes be forgot, and ne’er brought tae mind? Should auld taxes be forgot, and auld lang syne? So sang Rabbie Burns (with a name like that he’d be a big fan of FIRE for sure) Many Happy Tax Returns everyone!