Saving
I left my job during a pandemic
Yesterday I quit my job without having another one lined up.
Yes, I know there is still a pandemic out there, and there will be for many more months.
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Financial independence
I did an antibodies test. Plus savings, side income and learning
Two weeks ago I did an antibodies test. I was selected at random from the list of my GP’s patients and in a couple of days I had the test kit home.
Saving
Black Lives Matter – Power, Control and Money
I have been quiet for a while lately because, frankly, this year is emotionally and psychologically intense. As if Brexit and Coronavirus were not enough, the world is now in upheaval – and rightly so – about racial discrimination and unjustified killings, especially by police forces who are supposed to protect us.
Family
Why you shouldn’t feel bad about losing money during a market crash
Back in February most of us underestimated the impact the coronavirus would have on the stock market and all of our everyday lives.
Financial independence
Coronavirus. These are tough days
Lately I’ve been thinking a lot of my family in north Italy, Germany, Iran and the US – all countries heavily affected by the coronavirus – and also of my friends scattered in many European countries and beyond.
Financial independence
How I lost 5 kilos (11 pounds) in 3 months while having fun
In recent years I have put on weight, one pound at a time, and somehow – with the significant exception if having my daughter – I am not quite sure how and when. It just happened.
Saving
How to get the best energy deal – price comparison websites, auto-switching and the Saudi oil attack
In recent months I’ve had a closer look at our home energy bill, and through work I gained some valuable insights into the energy providers’ industry. Here is what I learnt and what you should keep in mind when aiming for the best energy deal.
Investing
The role of trust in investing
The greatest fear of any investor is to lose a lot of money, if not even all.
Financial independence
My unpopular opinion, Italy, traditions and innovation
Another Thought Experiment by the Saving Ninja:
What opinion do you have that most of your peers do not share?
Contracting
How to save more money with the 80 / 20 rule
The internet is flooded with advice on how to save more money. Sadly, in my opinion, most of it exists simply to fill pages and keep people from focusing on the important stuff.
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