This week we’re tearing apart one of personal finance’s most overused frameworks: the “financial order of operations.” You’ve heard a version of it before—pay this, save that, sacrifice now, maybe retire someday. The problem? Most of those systems were built by people who either (a) never had real financial stress, or (b) have spent too long in the Dave Ramsey cinematic universe. So, I rebuilt the order from scratch. And it actually works in the real world, whether you make $40,000 or $400,00...
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This week we’re tearing apart one of personal finance’s most overused frameworks: the “financial order of operations.” You’ve heard a version of it before—pay this, save that, sacrifice now, maybe retire someday. The problem? Most of those systems were built by people who either (a) never had real financial stress, or (b) have spent too long in the Dave Ramsey cinematic universe. So, I rebuilt the order from scratch. And it actually works in the real world, whether you make $40,000 or $400,00...
And in case you missed it, check out last week's episode of Your Money Guide on the Side with JL Collins where we answer the question, How do I get F-You Money? What if the most common retirement rule was never meant to be a rule at all? In this episode, we unpack the origins, flaws, and overlooked nuances of the 4% rule—and why it might not be the best way to plan your financial future. From its fear-based beginnings to its rigid application in a dynamic world, Tyler breaks down 5 key ...
Your Money Guide on the Side
This week we’re tearing apart one of personal finance’s most overused frameworks: the “financial order of operations.” You’ve heard a version of it before—pay this, save that, sacrifice now, maybe retire someday. The problem? Most of those systems were built by people who either (a) never had real financial stress, or (b) have spent too long in the Dave Ramsey cinematic universe. So, I rebuilt the order from scratch. And it actually works in the real world, whether you make $40,000 or $400,00...
