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Financial Independence POSTS
Why a Set and Forget Investing Strategy is the Easiest Path to Wealth
This post takes readers through what a set and forget investing strategy actually is.
Do You Need To Be Rich To Invest In Stocks?
When I ask people whether they invest in stocks or not, one of the most common objections is that they don't have enough money or are simply not rich enough to start investing in the stock...
Personal Finance POSTS
When is it too Late to Start Investing in the Stock Market?
This post will let you know if it’s too late to start investing. Chances are, it isn’t!
Should You Hire a Financial Advisor in the UK?
You’re thinking of buying something or investing your hard-earned money, but you’re not sure if it’s the right choice. You wonder if it’s worth your money and whether or not it’ll benefit...
Career & Employment posts
When is the right time to leave Big 4 audit in the UK?
This post covers when is the best time for Big 4 auditors in the UK to move on to other roles in their careers.
PwC UK Audit – Career and Salary Progression
This post details the expected career and salary progression for PwC Audit employees in the UK.
Life Skills posts
Can UK Businesses Refuse to Accept Cash?
We’ve come to a time when the saying, “cash is king,” might be a bit outdated. People are switching to electronic transactions via credit cards and debit cards, which is why so many UK...
Should You Keep Bank Statements for Your UK Business?
Keeping up with government guidelines is highly advisable, whether you are operating your small business as a sole trader or a limited company. Despite the amount of paperwork you may end...
Tech skills posts
Will Auditors Be Replaced by Robots? Here are the Facts
An audit is a difficult thing to manage as a client and a tricky thing to get right as an audit professional. It is an all-inclusive responsibility that involves calculation, verification,...
Topia – the latest app for financial independence in the UK
In today's post, I've managed to secure some of the time of Topia founder and CEO; Logan Leckie who I have interviewed to find out what the new Topia app is all about and what it can offer...
Reviews & Recommendations
Koody – Where Experts Answer Your Personal Finance Questions!
In today’s post, I’ve managed to secure some of the time of Koody founder and CEO; Halimah Omogiafo, who I have interviewed to find out what the Koody personal finance website is all about...
Book review and summary of ‘Reset’ by David Sawyer
Reset by David Sawyer is the best book in the UK financial independence genre by default. Whilst there are numerous great books on this topic in the US, the UK offerings on this subject...
About me
Hi, I’m Luke Girling. I became interested in the concept of financial independence, retire early (FIRE) in my early 20’s. Since then, I’ve been taking every step possible to make it a reality. This is the site where I share everything I’ve learned so far. Check out my ‘About’ page for more.
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