Category Archives: Reviews

I Tried 23andMe Genetic Testing & Here’s My Review

Posted on March 7, 2013 by Doug Nordman

Very long post today (3000 words) but you have the time to read it– and it’s worth reading. Especially if you’re interested in genetic testing. Here’s my 23andMe Genetic Testing Reviews. A genetics researcher and director of the National Institutes … Continue reading →

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Book Review – To Forgive Design: Understanding Failure

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Doug Nordman

Good nature and good sense must ever join; To err is human, to forgive, divine. — Alexander Pope, “An Essay on Criticism” WARNING: Engineering geek alert. Bear with me here, and I’ll eventually get around to personal finance. If you’d … Continue reading →

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Book review: “Pocket Your Dollars”

Posted on December 31, 2012 by Doug Nordman

Saving & investing is supposed to be simple math. We’ve all read the advice: “Spend less than you earn.” “Track your spending.” “Make a budget.” “Save at least 15% of your income.” “Learn your investing risk tolerance.” “Figure out your … Continue reading →

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Book review: “Abundance”

Posted on August 6, 2012 by Doug Nordman

      Did you ever read a book that makes you feel as if your head’s going to explode from all the new concepts? I don’t mean the U.S. Navy’s S5W Reactor Plant Manual, but Joe Dominguez’ “Your Money … Continue reading →

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Book review: “You Are NOT So Smart.”

Posted on July 19, 2012 by Doug Nordman

        After you’ve spent a few months learning about financial independence, you wonder why people think this is so hard. All you have to do is track your expenses, create a spending plan, save money, invest in … Continue reading →

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