University of Toronto Cost for Americans

University of Toronto Cost for Americans

Posted inCollege, ThoughtsDecember 12, 2023
My oldest child is looking at colleges and said they would like to attend school in Canada. They enjoy the weather and the politics. Unfortunately, the school has become increasingly unaffordable for international students. Tuition is $45,000+, and you…
2024 Financial Aid & FIRE

2024 Financial Aid & FIRE

Posted inCollege, FIREDecember 5, 2023
One of the reasons for FIRE is a desire to have total control over your finances. But, when it comes to paying for college, your hands become tied by colleges deciding how much money you are…
Liberal Arts?

Liberal Arts?

Posted inCollege, ThoughtsNovember 28, 2023
I should have put more effort into deciding what college I would attend. I knew my brother went to The University of Illinois and that it was an excellent school for Computer Science. I applied to…
The Death of Mint

The Death of Mint

Posted inFIRENovember 21, 2023
I have been obsessed with tracking my finances since I moved out of my parent's house. If you do not know how much money is coming in and how much money is going out, you are…
Auto Insurance is Terrible

Auto Insurance is Terrible

Posted inThoughtsNovember 14, 2023
Insurance companies are private organizations designed to make as much profit as possible. This is done by collecting as much in premiums as they can while reducing the amount they are required to pay to their…
I Love GIFs

I Love GIFs

Posted inThoughtsNovember 7, 2023
I spend my entire life in my head. I create scenarios to entertain or prepare myself for the real world. Movies and TV shows are permanently burned in my neurons more than my interactions with people…
What is the Deal With College?

What is the Deal With College?

Posted inCollege, ThoughtsOctober 31, 2023
Universities are no longer necessary for most careers. I also don't think we should discriminate, so I understand my desires do not match reality. I worked in software engineering for most of my career. My Computer…
A-List Going Out With A Whimper

A-List Going Out With A Whimper

Posted inMoviesOctober 24, 2023
I received a 6-month AMC A-List subscription for my birthday in April. I dominated the first four months. I see an average of 8 movies a month. However, once August rolled in, exciting films and robust showtimes…