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Written by Dre Griggs
Hi, it’s Dre Griggs with Obsidian Wisdom. Today, we’re kicking off our series on dividend investing. Over the next five articles, we’ll explore everything from beginner strategies and mindsets to advanced topics like misconceptions and withdrawal strategies. We’ll tackle five fundamental questions: What Is Dividend Investing? Dividend investing involves buying shares in companies that share […]
Written by Dre Griggs
Today we discuss 10 money mindset shifts that I’m making in 2025. If you’re interested in making 2025 your best financial year yet, as I’m working towards, then it’s important that we focus on the relationship we have with money and the beliefs we hold about it. The beliefs we have will play a significant […]
Written by Dre Griggs
Today, we’re going to answer the question: How could Trump’s tax plan shape your retirement future? I’ve been getting a handful of questions. There are six types of questions—six categories of Trump’s tax plans—that we’ll discuss today, and we’ll see how they shape your overall retirement future. The six areas we’ll talk about today are […]
Written by Dre Griggs
Today, we’re answering the question: What is the crucial question that guides your investment portfolio? When it comes to your investments, there is one question you must get right to achieve your desires—whether it’s retirement, a legacy, financial freedom, or debt freedom. You must get this one question right. If you do, it should guide […]
Written by Dre Griggs
Today, we discuss eight common mistakes that future retirees make and how to avoid them. When it comes to retirement—or really anything—think of it like watching a movie. The first time you watch, it’s a good experience. But if you watch it again—if you’re fortunate enough, like me with my four kids who watch movies […]
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Today we answer the question: How do interest rates impact my retirement plan? When it comes to the changing interest rate environment, interest rates have recently decreased, and there are concerns—or at least speculation—that they may continue to drop as efforts to avoid a recession unfold. The question is: What should I be doing with […]
Written by Dre Griggs
Today, I’m going to answer the question: What is the single biggest mistake people make when it comes to estate planning? Estate planning is essentially the cousin of retirement planning. If you handle retirement planning properly, you’ll have assets that need to be addressed when you pass. Let’s see if you can guess the biggest […]
Written by Dre Griggs
Today, I want to answer the question: What are the top five retirement indulgences I should embrace right now? When it comes to retirement, there’s something that often bothers me: the idea of waiting until retirement to do the things you’ve always dreamed about. We often think we’re not ready—that we need more money, more […]
Written by Dre Griggs
Today, we answer the question: Why is an emergency fund for retirement essential? When it comes to an emergency fund, I believe there’s significant value in having one. However, I also think it should be structured in a specific way. For me, the key is flexibility. In my experience, your ability to adapt—to pivot when […]
Written by Dre Griggs
Today, I’m going to answer the question: Is Dave Ramsey only for the wealthy? I thought this was an interesting question I received, and my first thought was, no, Dave Ramsey is not only for the wealthy. Honestly, I’d say Dave Ramsey is probably not for the wealthy at all. Let me explain. When it […]
