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"Cheesy Goulash:
Our Tasty Path to Barista FIRE"
A Dutch-Hungarian Couple’s Recipe for Semi-Retired Life


Buying Property in Hungary as a Foreigner
We understand the challenges of buying property abroad. If you're considering investing in real estate in Hungary, this comprehensive guide.

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Feb 287 min read
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Hybrid Heat pump Review: Experiences of two winters
In the summer of 2023, we switched to a heat pump with the goal of reducing our energy bill. After two winters using the heat pump from...

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Feb 245 min read
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How to Calculate the Return on Investment for Rental properties?
When making your final decision on your new investment, knowing the potential return on investment (ROI) is crucial. Whether you're...

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Feb 183 min read
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Passive income: What is our current income?
Passive income is one of the most effective ways to achieve financial freedom. By generating income streams that require little to no...

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Feb 102 min read
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Investment Portfolio: How do we calculate our equity for Barista Fire?
When it comes to managing your investment portfolio, understanding your true equity is crucial. Equity represents the actual ownership...

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Feb 103 min read
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Future Value
Future value (FV) is a financial metric that can helps investors project the future worth of their investments. Understanding FV allows...

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Feb 103 min read
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Best Performing ETFs of the Last 10 Years: A Guide to Top-Performing Exchange-Traded Funds
When it comes to long-term investing, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have emerged as a favorite choice for many investors due to their...

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Feb 96 min read
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ETFs vs. Mutual Funds: Which is the Better Investment?
Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and mutual funds are two of the most popular investment vehicles for both novice and experienced investors....

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Feb 93 min read
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Pay Off Debt or Invest First? A Practical Guide to Smarter Money Decisions
When you're working to build a solid financial future, one of the most important decisions you'll face is whether to pay off debt  or...

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Feb 94 min read
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Moving Average Excel Download Template & Understanding Moving Averages
Introduction Moving averages are among the most widely used technical indicators in stock trading. They help smooth out short-term price...

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Feb 72 min read
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Monthly Update: Our First Personal Finance Journey Update
Monthly Update January FV: Based on current return rates As we move forward in our goal to build a 1,000,000 euro investment portfolio,...

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Feb 73 min read
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Here’s why we believe Barista FIRE is a better fit for us than full early retirement—and how we began our journey.
"What if you could quit your stressful job, never worry about bills again, and still afford weekend getaways or your dream campervan?...

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Feb 44 min read
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Private money loan: Which one is better for you? Paying off Debt or Save Cash?
Discover why choosing loans over saving can offer psychological benefits.

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Feb 44 min read
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We want to be Retired at 50 | Our Journey Toward Financial Freedom
"Join a Dutch-Hungarian couple on their journey to financial freedom! Discover their investment strategies, including real estate and crypto

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Feb 25 min read
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