1% better – Build The Gap

March 8, 2026

Does The American Dream Still Exist?

The American Dream, once a beacon of opportunity, is now overshadowed by the staggering rise in home prices and car costs. Yet, beneath the surface, our expectations for comfort and luxury have skyrocketed, challenging the very essence of the Dream. Continue reading

Personal Finance

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February 25, 2026

How I Decided Not to Buy a Lexus

Purchasing a Lexus might seem appealing, but consider hedonic adaptation and the PERMA pillars to ensure it truly enhances your life’s happiness. Continue reading

Self Improvement

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February 9, 2026

Why I’ve Never Liked Budgeting (And What I Do Instead)

Break free from restrictive budgeting by embracing the gap model. Learn to build wealth and financial security through a new perspective on your finances. Continue reading

Cash Flow, Personal Finance

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July 15, 2024

Fall In Love With The Process

I’m a huge believer that true success in life boils down to the process and habits you exude every single day. Particularly when nobody is looking. This is where my focus is and has always been. I think Jerry Seinfeld said it best in the quote I discuss here. Continue reading

Self Improvement

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