Mr. FightToFIRE

Wise, Revolut or Monese: Popular Online Money Transfer services compared

When my wife wants to receive from or transfer money to her family in her home country, it typically happens through Western Union as that is the most known way. But is it the best way? And if not, which European alternative is better? Wise (formerly known as TransferWise), Revolut or Monese?

10 important questions answered when sick from work

10 Important Work Questions Answered For When You Get Sick in Belgium

Sickness, it’s not something most of us enjoy experiencing; But it’s something most of us will experience. While I have the luck of being generally in good health, getting sick just happens. Since we are still in a pandemic I thought it might be a good idea to answer 10 important questions for when you get sick (while working).

My monthly Savings Rate report: April 2021

April Savings Rate

April was amazing! From both an income and expenses point of view, I achieved my best result in months. I continue the substantial savings I started in March in large part, thanks to my profit participation.
On the expenses side, my wife and I were finally able to limit our grocery bill a bit. The month changed right on time, though; on the 2nd of May, we are married one year, so that called for a celebration which of course means a higher food bill ;).

Spring cleaning your wallet in 2021

Do you feel the spring fever? There is a good chance that you feel the urge to start cleaning and scrubbing and remove all the clutter out of the house. Maybe now is also a good time to take a look at your personal finances. With these simple tips, your cleaning duties might also save you some money.

Quarterly Portfolio Report - growing stack of coins

Quarterly Portfolio Report – Q1 2021

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Total portfolio worth (all in)

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Total portfolio worth (Savings & Effects)

Q1 2021 ends much like last year’s Q1 ended in the middle of a pandemic. One full year of the corona pandemic; crazy to think a year ago, it all started.

Now with the first quarter of 2021 finished, it’s time to take another look at my portfolio and see how it faired during these challenging times. Did my portfolio continue to rocket to the moon, or did it orbit a bit and crash back down?