Kid #2 is turning 18 and is in a unique situation. He graduated high school early in November of 2024 and has been working full time since March of 2025. He started working part time when he was 14. He is in a much better financial position than most people …
A friend of mine recently posted a meme that was in the form of the question, asking “Why don’t kids move out at 18 anymore?” I thought this was an interesting question to explore. Let’s get into finding out how people have moved out across time and what has led …
I just received a quote to update my electrical system for $80,000 should I do this? (Of course not!) In 2024 I purchased a 7 unit commercial building for $36,100. Since purchasing this building we have greatly increased its value and brought the property from having 3 tenants with 2 …
Over the last month I have been analyzing the situation at Benton Harbor Area Schools (and Benton Harbor Charter). Benton Harbor Area Schools (BHAS) has received substantial State and Federal aid over the last 5 years which is now drying up, leading to a budget deficit of $7.4 million from …