Financial Gurus vs. Economics Professors
Before I had heard of David McKnight and his books or read his most recent, The Guru Gap, I read a paper by Professor James J. Choi from Yale…
My Thoughts on “The Guru Gap”
Generally speaking, there are two “camps” (or schools of thought) for investing for and creating an income stream in retirement.…
Retire Like Dave: Part Two—Maybe You Can Withdraw Eight Percent
A sustainable withdrawal rate is integral to a wise retiree’s financial stewardship plan. Your withdrawal rate determines how much money…
Invest and Retire Like Dave?
I recently discussed asset allocation and diversification with some friends, a couple in their 50s. In the context of that conversation, they…
My New Book “Redeeming Retirement: A Practical Guide to Catch Up” Has Been Released!
I announced earlier that I would soon publish my next book, Redeeming Retirement: A Practical Guide to Catch Up. I’m excited to announce…
Retire Like Dave?
Whether you’re just starting out in your 20s or 30s or are getting close to retirement, Dave Ramsey has a lot to say to you about saving…
Why Some People Don’t Like Dave Ramsey
I wrote an earlier article giving some reasons why I like Dave Ramsey. Fact is, a lot of people like Dave (and especially what he teaches).…
Why I Like Dave Ramsey
Before I get into the reasons why I like Dave, take a look at the picture of me taken with him at his offices in Nashville. (I’m the…
What About Dave Ramsey’s 15% Rule?
In my recent series of articles about what to do if you think you are behind in saving for retirement, I reviewed some of the current thinking…