Another 20-something know-it-all living in another chic metropolitan area (read: subtle tongue in cheek). Not the standard education, received an engineering degree instead. Hopefully coupling a systematic approach to problem solving with an interest in behavioral finance and a general disdain for the proscribed cultural “norms” will provide readers with a fresh perspective. The majority of my information comes from personal reading and research, but the framework for my fiscal policy was formed by family who, over the years, did a tremendous job. Of course, it wasn’t always appreciated while it was happening. Looking back now I realize how fortunate I was to be writing checks before I was 13, investing before 18, and never having to use the dreaded word debt. Through this endeavor, I’ll be working to accomplish the same goals I’ve set out for the readers. Increase and expand upon my own financial education, work on improving and optimizing my own financial system, and continue the long trek towards that ultimate goal of financial security.

