Hi. I'm Mike Piper, the author of this blog. I'm a CPA and the author of several personal finance books. The point of this blog is to show that investing doesn't have to be complicated.

Fat Tail distinguishes itself from traditional financial news outlets by emphasizing actionable ideas and insights from the financial markets. The publication seeks to uncover "Fat Tail" events—rare, high-impact occurrences that can lead to significant investment opportunities. It operates under the premise that many conventional investment strategies are uninspired and often serve to generate fees for financial intermediaries rather than truly benefit investors.

The Lean Trader, which was created by James Smith, is a jargon-free education platform for new investors who want to learn how to trade in the financial markets. The focus is on a non-complex and simplistic approach, based on over 10 years of experience. In addition, you can find insights and strategies by following his trading diary, which is updated weekly.

Real World Investor is your go-to destination for all things investing. We're a passionate team dedicated to helping you navigate the complex investing world. Why? Because we believe knowledge is power, especially when it comes to growing your wealth. We're not just finance nerds; we're finance nerds who invest our own money. We've been there, done that, and now we share what we've learned.

Financially-free DIY investor, hardcore passive income lover, and hunter of the world’s best dividend stocks. I openly share how I manage my portfolio and what trades I make and what passive income my portfolios generate. My aim is to provide others with inspiration and share tips & tricks on how to gain financial freedom.

Money Mentor is a personal finance blog, online money mentor & money coach.