Listen to Episode 17 Summary of Episode 17: MVQ means Minimum Viable Quantity. And this term refers to the minimum number that you need for a specific item. It requires total honesty with yourself to be able to determine the least number for you, because if not, you’ll buy things that end up as an […]
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I recently stumbled upon a quote that says, “Travel while you’re young and able. Don’t worry about the money, just make it work. Experience is far more valuable than money will ever be.” I can’t help but shake my head at how misguided this advice is. Yes, I agree that travel is one of the […]
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In the tech startup community, whenever we plan to launch a new business idea, we’d always focus on developing our MVP or the Minimum Viable Product. The MVP is the most basic version of the product, which has enough features or qualities that can satisfy the customer’s need. For example, think about the mobile phone. […]
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Who you are today can be defined as a sum of your habits. What you repeatedly do forms the kind of person that you are, and will be. That’s why it’s essential to have a sense of self-awareness; for you to see which habits are doing you good; and which ones are bringing you harm. […]
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What is emotional intelligence? It is a person’s ability to recognize their own emotions and those of others. It involves discerning between different feelings, and using this information to guide their thoughts and actions. More often, this requires managing and/or adjusting one’s emotions to adapt in various situations; and to help oneself achieve personal goals. […]
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I regularly manage my budget. It’s a habit I learned in my early 20’s and from experience, I’ve come to know how powerful it is in helping you achieve financial security. Many ask me, including some friends, on how to properly budget their money. And most of the time, the questions are about different budgeting […]
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Do you want to learn how to save? We can all agree that it’s important to save, but why do most people fail at saving money? If you’re one of those people who have been struggling at saving money, then I’m going to share with you today a simple yet effective strategy. A simple saving […]
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My friends often say it. Sometimes, I read it on social media as a status. And at other times, I overhear it from unsuspecting strangers seated among friends at an adjacent table in a coffee shop. “It’s been a long day, I deserve to go out and drink tonight!” “It was a stressful week, I […]
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Saving money when you’re single and living on your own can be hard. With all the bills, rent to pay and other necessities, it becomes difficult to spend money on luxuries. But here are 11 money-saving tips that can help you build your wealth, slowly but surely. And here’s a quick bonus tip before we […]
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Is the summer heat beating hard on you? Don’t worry and try these ten simple and frugal tips to cool down this season. 1. Create airflow at home. It’s important to have good air circulation inside your home. This means opening windows and if possible, the doors leading outside, to create airflow. Look for the […]
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Buying a condominium and calling it home is now common in urban cities such as Metro Manila. While buying a house and lot is still a dream for many Pinoys, young urban professionals and newlyweds are opting for condos as their starter home. If you’re among those who are living a condo lifestyle today, then […]
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Lists are great. It helps us become more organized, and writing down lists keeps us from constantly remembering things. We create “To-Do” lists to help us remember important tasks. Meanwhile, a “To-Buy” list when going to the grocery, helps us remember all the important stuff we need to purchase. Years ago, I wrote about the […]
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In recent years, as more and more people seek financial advice from me, I’ve come to realize one important lesson about saving and investing. And that is: It’s better to maximize the amount you save first, before optimizing your investment returns. Truth be told, people ask me “What’s the best investment?” more often than “How […]
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Hi, my name is Fitz Villafuerte and I’m a Registered Financial Planner living in the Philippines. In 2007, I started this blog to help people learn how to achieve financial freedom. Read my story here.
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