Hope to Prosper

Simple Practices that Lead to Wealth

The Entitlement Generation

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This post was created to encourage young people to step-up to the responsibilities that lie ahead of them. There are some very honest evaluations and comparisons. And, there is some good advice from an old dude who has already lived through most of what young people will face in the next 25 years.

What I learned from my Mom

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Since it’s coming up on Mother’s Day, I thought I would tell the story of my Mom, who gave me life and so much more. I’ve never posted about my family before, because I respect their privacy. But, my Mom’s story is so inspirational that I just had to share it with you.

I Have a Dream

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One of the most appealing aspects of financial planning, is the promise that one day I may become financially independent.  That doesn’t necessarily mean that I will stop working.  It simply means that one day, I will be in a position to choose my contribution to society, without concern for my income and expenses.  For me, money …

My First Post

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My name is Bret and this is my Personal Finance website. My mission is to encourage, entertain and educate people to take control of their personal finances and to live happy and prosperous lives. So many of the people I meet are confused with all of the investment options and jargon. They are not sure …