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Steve Cummings

Melbourne, Taipei
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State Budgets Set to Fall in 2025

State Budgets Set to Fall in 2025

The end of the fiscal year for most U.S. states has passed after a period of healthy growth and public spendi…

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Venturing Off the Beaten Island: How Greece Combats Overtourism

Venturing Off the Beaten Island: How Greece Combats Overtourism

A July 2024 Birmingham Live article reports some tourists are abandoning vacation spots in Greece this year. …

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Europe Leads the Demand for Varied Global Travel Insurance

Europe Leads the Demand for Varied Global Travel Insurance

International tourism is on track to return to pre-pandemic levels in 2024. While it's likely only 2-3% above…

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10 Frugal Lessons Learned from the Great Depression That Will Change Your Life!

10 Frugal Lessons Learned from the Great Depression That Will Change Your Life!

The Great Depression was a difficult time for many people, but it also presented an opportunity to learn valu…

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Want to be a Millionaire? Invest in These 3 Vanguard ETFs for a Comfortable Retirement

Want to be a Millionaire? Invest in These 3 Vanguard ETFs for a Comfortable Retirement

Vanguard has been revolutionary in the creation of low-cost funds for investors. They were the first to creat…

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When Is The Best Day to Book Flights to Find Cheap Deals? " Savoteur

When Is The Best Day to Book Flights to Find Cheap Deals? " Savoteur

Looking for flights can be a stressful thing. You check all the airline sites and search engines looking for …

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How to Build a 5 Income ETF Portfolio That Generates $5,000 a Month

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By Steve Cummings
| The Frugal Expat
Generating $5,000 a month from your portfolio sounds like a goal reserved for retirees with seven-figure accounts. But with the right combination of income ETFs – particularly the new generation of options-based funds – you can build a portfolio that produces serious monthly cash flow on a surprisingly manageable investment base.
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7 Budget-Friendly Summer Vacation Ideas Families Can Still Afford This Year

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By Samuel Darwin, Steve Cummings
| The Frugal Expat
Summer travel costs can rise fast once hotel rates, restaurant meals, gas, and attraction tickets start piling up. Many families want a break without coming home to a credit card bill that feels like a second vacation. The good news is that affordable summer travel still exists if you plan carefully and focus on simple experiences instead of expensive extras. Frugal family trips do not have to feel boring or limited.
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7 Mens Summer Travel Style Tips That Keep Packing Light And Looking Sharp

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By Samuel Darwin, Steve Cummings
| The Frugal Expat
Summer travel has a way of exposing every bad clothing choice. Heat, long days, and limited suitcase space force you to be more selective. A minimalist approach works well because it cuts down on bulk and keeps your outfits consistent. The goal is not to impress anyone at the airport. It is to move easily, stay comfortable, and still look like you planned ahead. Neutral colors do most of the work for you. White, navy, gray, and beige mix without much effort, which means fewer pieces in your bag.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

Doing some freelance work for Wealth of Geeks. I worked for myself for a while, but doing some freelance helped my skills to grow.

Have you ever used a typewriter?

Yes

How is social media changing news?

It makes it more instantaneous