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A Framework for the Age of Intelligence
They Should’ve Taught This in School… The New Skill Stack The post A Framework for the Age of Intelligence appeared first on Contrarian Thinking.
The Case for Ending PSLF — And What You Should Do
With so much talk about the future of PSLF, many young physicians who are counting on loan forgiveness are nervous. Here's what you can do. The post …
Libraries Are Still Useful!
Reading is something that I love to do. I also love watching TV, so don’t think I am over here, on my high horse, talking about how I just read [R…
195,000 Borrowers Notified Of Collections With More To Come
The Department of Education resumes collections on defaulted student loans, affecting 195,000 borrowers facing benefit seizures starting in June. The…
How Confident Are Builders? Q1 Data Reveals Insights
Every month, the NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) tracks the sentiment of homebuilders nationwide. Rated from 0 to 100, a score greater th…
Creating a Post-Layoff Action Plan w/ Marlo Lyons- Episode 980
Gone are the days of constantly job hopping in order to rapidly boost your salary! Remember when perusing new job listings during your lunch break wh…
Can You Appeal A Financial Aid Award After Admissions?
Can you appeal financial aid after choosing a college? It’s rare, but some families get more help by asking again. The post Can You Appeal A Financia…
How to Calculate Dollar-Weighted Return Formula in Excel — The Excel XIRR Function
Do you know how to calculate your investment return accurately? Use XIRR. This demonstration shows you how and includes spreadsheets. The post How to…
Why Quality Checks on Turnovers and Rehabs Are So Important, and How to Master Them
Picture this: You just moved into your brand-new home, having just relocated to this town days ago to start your new dream job, and are full of excit…
PSLF Rules Could Change For Doctors In Training
Doctors in training could lose PSLF credit under a Republican student loan bill that targets medical residency. The post PSLF Rules Could Change For …
What Serving as an Expert Witness Taught Me About the Practice of Medicine
I recently served as a defendant's expert witness in a medical-legal case, and it profoundly changed my perspective on medical practice. The post Wha…
A Compass for Chaotic Markets
If You’re Lost in the Economy — Read This. A Compass for Chaotic Markets... The post A Compass for Chaotic Markets appeared first on Contrarian Think…
Episode 203. “He makes 3x more, but wants to split everything 50/50”
Katie (33) and Robin (35) live together in New York City. They make a great team—high-achieving, organized, and generous with each other—but when it …
Best 12-Month CD Rates In May 2025
Looking for the best 12-month CD rates to lock in a year's worth of great interest rates? Click here to see our top 5 picks. The post Best 12-Month C…
Getting Back Into The Bank Bonus Game
For many years, earning bank bonuses has acted as a sort of extra side hustle for me. For those who don’t know about bank bonuses, many banks w…
New Lawsuit Could Trigger “Domino Effect” to End the MLS
Another MLS lawsuit is making waves—this time aiming to remove unfair listing rules and help both buyers and agents. Experts say we’re in a “healthy”…
Best High-Interest Checking Accounts Of May 2025
High-interest checking accounts are where you can get the APY of a savings account, and the spending of a checking account. The post Best High-Intere…
Yes, the Middle-Class Trap DOES Exist
Recently, I was a guest on the ChooseFI podcast, Episode 543, to talk about the Middle-Class Trap, a term Scott Trench and I have coined on the Bigge…
Big Changes Are Coming for Social Security Online Users
The Social Security Administration is moving into the 21st century with new advances in technology. In the near future, your Social Security access i…
Andre's Monthly Roundup - April 2025
What I wrote, shared, and got quoted on this month — from $5.65M FIRE projections to WSJ quotes, market drops, and 750K-view LinkedIn posts.