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Mike Ballew

@EggstackMike

Engineer, author, and Eggstack founder.

eggstack.com/blog/2025-10-2… Do you dream of a bigger house, a luxury car, and a lifestyle that screams success? There is nothing wrong with wanting nice things, but chasing the appearance of wealth keeps you from achieving true wealth.


eggstack.com/blog/2025-08-3… Did you know you don’t have to start taking Social Security when you retire? You may benefit by delaying Social Security retirement benefits. In this article, we explore Social Security start age and how to determine your ideal age.


eggstack.com/blog/2025-08-0… The Big Beautiful Bill signed into law July 4, 2025 provides a new tax deduction for seniors age 65 and older. While it does not completely eliminate federal tax on Social Security, it significantly reduces it for most Americans.


Retirement Income Planning youtu.be/2PmBaJi8ezE?fe… via @YouTube Everyone needs a solid plan for funding their retirement. Mike Ballew demonstrates how you can easily model your finances with Eggstack.

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eggstack.com/blog/2025-04-2… On a flight home a few years back, my wife and I were startled by an alarm. It turned out a woman in the row in front of us had...


Every day, we face financial decisions—some big, some small. The choices we make shape our financial future. Making poor choices leads to hardship and financial ruin. Life is too short to learn everything the hard way! youtu.be/kvqpL7184BY

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eggstack.com/blog/2025-03-1… Without adequate planning, your golden years could lose their luster. A recent survey revealed that 42 percent of Americans have less than $10,000 saved for retirement.


eggstack.com/blog/2025-01-1… It seems like everything in the world of finance has at least three names to keep everyone confused. If you have ever been bamboozled by financial mumbo jumbo, here is a list of commonly-used financial terms explained in plain English.

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Financial Jargon - Eggstack

It seems like everything in the world of finance has at least three names to keep everyone confused. If you have ever been bamboozled by financial mumbo jumbo, we have what you need. This is a list...


Mike Ballew examines unexpected scenarios that could upset your retirement plan. He uses financial planning software Eggstack to simulate the impact on a typical middle class financial model. youtu.be/idrEC63EtpE

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eggstack.com/blog/2024-12-1… "I wish I had worked more and spent less time with my family," said no one ever. If you want to spend more quality time with your loved ones, early retirement might be right for you. Here are five steps to help you achieve early retirement.

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Early Retirement - Eggstack

I wish I had worked more and spent less time with my family, said no one ever. Time with family is precious and irreplaceable. If you want to spend more quality time with your loved ones, early...


Mike Ballew reveals the top five ways people plan for retirement: youtu.be/KQujS_uE4Yk

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