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541  Economy / Economics / Re: 4 COMMON MISTAKES PEOPLE MADE WITH THEIR FINANCES LAST YEAR THAT SHOULD BE AVOID on: January 06, 2024, 12:16:51 PM
Not having an emergency fund was one of the greatest financial mistakes people made last year.
For most people, this is a financial mistake not only for the past year, but for almost all the years of their life.
This is true. But we should also consider the fact like those people are unable to have an emergency fund because they don't earn enough to provide for their daily needs in life.

Regardless of how much or how little your income is, I'll say having an emergency fund is very compulsory, even if you'll have to cut out or cut down a few expenses in order to meet up with your savings or emergency fund.

The same way you don't need to earn so much before you can use the DCA technique to accumulate bitcoin or grow your investment, so is it when it comes to gradually piling up some funds for future emergencies. So yes, even if your earnings are very little, you could still stack up some money for the future .


1. NOT HAVING AN EMERGENCY FUND
2. NOT INVESTING


This really varies for some people because for others, their salary is just enough for their needs and there is no spare money for an emergency fund or investment. I myself am having a hard time doing this, but with proper budgeting and cutting some expenses, I will try to do it this year because last year I had a hard time doing it, so I do hope I can have an emergency fund because it is very difficult to have debt these days due to high interest.

You've made a pretty significant point here: when folks are just trying to make ends meet, it can be very difficult for them to invest money or save for an emergency fund. Even so, it's imperative that you make the effort, even if it's only a small amount at a time, despite how difficult it may be. Budgeting and cost-cutting are excellent ideas, in my opinion, and they can assist people in finding even a tiny sum of money to invest or put toward an emergency fund.
542  Economy / Economics / Re: 4 COMMON MISTAKES PEOPLE MADE WITH THEIR FINANCES LAST YEAR THAT SHOULD BE AVOID on: January 06, 2024, 11:46:18 AM
I don't track my expenses and I admit that is a mistake that I've been doing but that's not to the point that has made me broke. I can say that I know myself and I'm still responsible when its come to my expenses and finances. One another thing that I see with others mistake is that this is related to investing and what they do is they save to save and not save to invest. It's hard to invest when you don't have the idea on what type of risk tolerance you have but that's for each of us as an individual to figure out. Those savings that we have is much better be kept to investments that we know especially from most of us here, with Bitcoin.

There is a distinction between investing and saving, and some individuals may not be aware that investing is something they should consider if they want to increase their wealth over time. Those are some really intriguing points.

Saving money alone won't cut it; you also need to invest it to get returns by buying stocks, bonds, and yes, even Bitcoin. I appreciate that you emphasize the need of understanding your personal risk tolerance because it's a crucial consideration when making investments. It involves striking the ideal ratio between profit and risk.
543  Economy / Reputation / Re: @Lucius accusations: is there hope for all newbies? on: January 06, 2024, 09:32:23 AM
The sad truth is that majority of newbies that come here are alts of sig spammers made for the only purpose of milking this forum so people tend to be suspicious of the new members, especially those who write a little bit longer posts or some sorts of guides.
And that, OP, is the truth.  Maybe that's why you were suspected so quickly of using AI to make a post.  If you haven't been a member here long enough to know how motivated people are to post for money, you wouldn't necessarily know how bad the situation is or how long it's been going on for.  Most newcomers who try to write in English have a very poor grasp of the language, and if one makes a post that's akin to a blog entry with above-average English it's a red flag.  Like Rikafip said, it's sad but it's true.

That's an extremely significant point.
Differences in vocabulary and writing style may definitely tell us if an AI or a human wrote a post. It's also critical to take into account the post's context and the community in which it was written.
In one society, a post that appears inappropriate or overly polished may be perfectly acceptable in another, wouldn't you agree?
544  Economy / Economics / Re: 4 COMMON MISTAKES PEOPLE MADE WITH THEIR FINANCES LAST YEAR THAT SHOULD BE AVOID on: January 06, 2024, 07:53:40 AM
These are not bad tips, what is wrong is the order in which they are given and that they are incomplete. The first one should be to track your expenses, in addition to your income, that is to create a budget. This will help you not to overspend, and then you will be able to save for an emergency fund and then invest, although there would be an intermediate step which is to get rid of consumer debts.

For someone new, as I said, they are not bad, but for me, who has been interested in and practicing personal finance for years, they have basic errors.

You're not completely wrong, but I'd like to state that these points were not outlined in any specific order and I never said that was a comprehensive list, I'm fully aware that there are so many, I have failed to list as I only intended to outline just four that I believe are the primary and common mistakes majority of people make, so you'd be right to say it's an incomplete list or it's not orderly arranged. But it wasn't meant to be. Thanks anyways for your helpful observation. Wink

for those with an inability to successfully track spending, or constantly over spend..
.. dont wait until months-end to realise when things go wrong

That is a really crucial point! Maintaining your financial stability requires understanding your spending patterns and putting in place a system that works for you. Furthermore, it's far simpler to change direction when you see problems early on rather than waiting until the end of the month. Those who find it difficult to stick to a budget could find this technique to be quite helpful. Additionally, I believe it's fantastic that it can be customized so that users can arrange it to suit their particular needs.
545  Economy / Economics / Re: 4 COMMON MISTAKES PEOPLE MADE WITH THEIR FINANCES LAST YEAR THAT SHOULD BE AVOID on: January 05, 2024, 04:44:37 PM
The emergency fund can be saved in the bank or to buy gold. the point is that liquid and liquid quickly with no loss and quickly become money when needed.
gold besides being easily liquid can be and emergency at the same time can be for investment and can be for a luxury

You are 100% accurate. You're right that gold can also be a wise choice, even if most people believe that storing their emergency fund in a savings account is the best option. One of gold's advantages is that it is liquid and has a long-term worth. It is true that gold can be used as an investment and that its value will increase with time. But it's crucial to keep in mind that gold is a volatile commodity with fluctuating values. Thus, even while it might be a smart choice for an emergency fund, it's crucial to diversify your investments and not place all of your money in one place.
546  Economy / Economics / 4 COMMON MISTAKES PEOPLE MADE WITH THEIR FINANCES IN THE PAST YEARS on: January 05, 2024, 07:54:36 AM
Hello everyone
Wishing everyone a wonderful new year, I've taken time to draft and explain just a few mistakes a lot of people has been making when it comes to their finances over the years and do not even realize it.
 Here are 4 common mistakes people made with their finances last year that should really be looked into and avoided this year in order to achieve your financial goals.

1. NOT HAVING AN EMERGENCY FUND

2. NOT INVESTING

3. OVERSPENDING

4. NOT TRACKING EXPENSES





1. NOT HAVING AN EMERGENCY FUND

Not having an emergency fund was one of the greatest financial mistakes people made last year.
Money put aside for unanticipated expenses, such as a job loss or medical emergency, is known as an emergency fund. It can be quite challenging to cough up for these unforeseen expenses without an emergency fund. Furthermore, it could be even harder to get your finances back on track if you have to take out a loan to pay for them. Having an emergency fund is crucial, and while many people made this error last year, they should not repeat it this year.

People may ask, What is the appropriate amount to save?

Having three to six months' worth of expenses saved is a good rule of thumb. However, each person's circumstance is different.

2. NOT INVESTING

One of the largest and most common mistakes people made in the previous year was not investing. This is something that should be avoided this year and this could be considered for two reasons.

Firstly, the power of compound interest is something you lose out on when you don't invest. When the profits from your investments are reinvested and yield even higher profits, this is known as compound interest. This might really build up over time and expedite the achievement of your financial objectives.

Secondly, failing to invest equates to not diversifying your financial holdings. Inflation puts your purchasing power at risk if all of your savings are in cash. However, you can diversify your investments and possibly shield your money from inflation by making investments in securities like stocks and bonds.

Investing is a critical component of long-term financial growth and protection. Thus, if you haven't invested, it's critical to do so right away and create a strategy for the future. It's never too late to begin investing, and over time, even little sums can have a significant impact.

3. OVERSPENDING

Overspending is a prevalent issue that many people experienced in the previous year and ought to be avoided in order to take charge of your finances this year. Reaching your financial objectives may be challenging and financially stressful if you overspend.

Impulsive purchases, trying to keep up with the Joneses, and not keeping track of one's expenditures are a few of the reasons why people overspend.
It's extremely important to establish a budget and fully understand your spending habits in order to prevent overspending. With the use of a budget, You can track your income and expenses, spot areas where you're overspending, and create financial objectives.

4. NOT TRACKING EXPENSES

Failing to keep track of one's spending was another common error made by individuals last year and should be avoided this year. This is a serious issue since it makes it difficult to manage your finances, accomplish your financial objectives, and it may even result in debt and overspending.

It can be very difficult for many people to keep their spending under control because they are unaware of their exact monthly expenses.
It's important to keep track on your spending so you can figure out where your money is going and adjust as needed. There are numerous ways to address this issue and keep track of your spending; you can do this by utilizing a spreadsheet, a notebook, or even a budgeting app or software.

547  Local / Nigeria (Naija) / Re: Why some newbies dey quick lose interest for the forum?? on: January 04, 2024, 06:50:22 PM
So I wan know from us, wetin we feel say be the reason wey dem dey lose interest like that? Abi nah say some no fit stand criticism or here too hard or wetin? Abeg make we discuss.

Na correct talk u talk, my brother. Normal we no say Bitcointalk no be for the weak and to grow from newbie accounts go high rank no be day job. For some parts of the forum u go see as some top oga Dem dey use mouth Tay finish some low rank account and person wey no get patience go fit vex talk back or just reduce e post for forum.

Lol, no be lie,  e just be like when I newly join the forum, the very first post wey I make as a newbie, one high ranked user tongue lash me wetin no nice, e tell me say because say I just join the forum, I no supposed rush start to post, say I suppose just dey look other people post dey read at least for some weeks before I go start to post, so I fit sabi wetin to post to avoid forum spamming.

On the other hand, wetin the man talk na actually true if you reason am the other way, but the way e take enter me, and the things wey e talk really vex me, lol I almost wan hala am but I just chill, the experience been dey enough to make me to dey comot body for the forum but then again, I no come here for anybody, I come here to improve myself and to learn for myself and no be for anybody, and na e make I no reason am at all.

These kind of things dey enough for newbies to just stop to dey participate for the forum, but then again, they gats realize and always the reason them dey here and if them do that, then all those kind of things no fit move them at all.
548  Bitcoin / Bitcoin Discussion / Re: Do you actually think a Bitcoin ETF will be accepted this month? on: January 04, 2024, 06:51:36 AM
I think it's going to get approved. I don't know if it's going to be this week (most likely not) or the next, but it's going to happen.
Personally, I don't bet on this. I don't have any leveraged positions and I haven't bought any bitcoin last month. I have more than enough to sleep on for another year, waiting for the bull market. I don't care if it comes because the ETF, or despite it.

There's a number of things that scream it's going to get approved, starting with the Blackrock's approval rate, which is 98 or 99% and ending with the SEC asking applicants to change their redemption mechanisms from in-kind to cash. These are final adjustments which you don't discuss unless there's strong grounds for approval.
Here, you've made some thought-provoking insights. True, Blackrock has a high approval rate for exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and the SEC's proposal to modify the redemption process may be a good indication. But it's also critical to remember that other elements, like market dynamics and regulatory issues, might have an impact on the choice to approve.
549  Bitcoin / Bitcoin Discussion / Re: Crypto and the Masses on: December 31, 2023, 09:01:57 AM
Cryptocurrencies have come a long way since the early days of Bitcoin and we are the early adopters of this remarkable technology.  But still the mass hasn't adopted blockchain technology or Cryptocurrencies. So, As you think, How can we bridge the gap between mainstream adoption and the complexities of blockchain technology? Share your thoughts on making crypto more accessible to the general public


I couldn't agree more with you that there is still a big gap between the intricacy of blockchain technology and its widespread usage.

I think Making the blockchain technology more user-friendly so that humans can interact with it more easily could be one possible approach. Another is spreading awareness of the advantages of blockchain technology, including its decentralization, security, and transparency. Lastly, I believe it's critical to support the creation of practical blockchain applications, like supply chain tracking, identity management, and other use cases.
550  Economy / Speculation / Re: High transaction fees affects buyers and seller in payment in bitcoin on: December 31, 2023, 08:35:14 AM
Is it that the higher we see Bitcoin price the higher the fee? Because I noticed that ever since Bitcoin price hit $30-40k the fees has never been the same, who's to blame for this current issue and what seems to be the solution?
I'm going to scan the rest of this thread to see if there's a solid answer to that, as I've been wondering about the cause ever since the first time I saw the network super-congested with fees sky-high.  I've always chalked it up to high volume during times of price volatility, like during bull markets with severe dips and such.  Usually fees don't jump to the roof when the price falls (though I could be mistaken on that), so I'm puzzled.

But either way I'm so fakkin' tired of this shit.  You can't send $25 worth of bitcoin without paying nearly half of that in network fees in order to get your transaction confirmed in a reasonable amount of time.  It's crazy.

There are several causes for this, but the growing acceptance and usage of Bitcoin is one of the primary ones. I think it wouldn't be incorrect to state that the higher the price of Bitcoin, the higher the fee because as more people troop into the Network and utilize the it, the demand for transactions rises and so do the fees. It's more appropriate to point the finger at the structure of the Bitcoin network than at any one person or organization. Though there have been some suggestions for remedies, such as the Lightning Network and others but the problem still persists.
551  Economy / Services / Re: 👉 {OPEN} Eloncoin Signature Campaign | Member+ [Funds Escrow] on: December 30, 2023, 11:31:37 PM
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552  Bitcoin / Bitcoin Discussion / Re: biggest misconception about Cryptocurrency? on: December 27, 2023, 07:36:28 PM
What do you think is the biggest misconception people have about cryptocurrencies, and how would you clarify it?
One of the most common misconceptions regarding cryptocurrencies, in my opinion, is that they are anonymous. Although several cryptocurrencies are made to offer some degree of anonymity, they are not totally anonymous. On a public blockchain, every transaction is logged and linked to the wallet address of the user. To be clear, cryptocurrencies aren't totally anonymous even though they can provide a greater level of anonymity than conventional financial systems.

You got a point.

Most definitely, and this is a misconception that really need to be correxted
553  Bitcoin / Bitcoin Discussion / Re: biggest misconception about Cryptocurrency? on: December 27, 2023, 10:52:31 AM

Another is that their one time investment in cryptocurrency say bitcoins without follow up investments is enough to bring them wealth.
Correction: Investing ones in bitcoins is not enough, to get the best from bitcoins, we need as much bitcoins as we can keep, and the best way to get enough bitcoins is to continually invest regularly.

Following the DCA technique would really help in accumulating a good number of bitcoin without breaking a sweat because the actual reason some people are scared to acquire more bitcoin is because they feel it's quite expensive to buy now, but with DCA method that's settled.

There are some things you have to do before you can be anonymous while making transactions.

Like the use of mixers right ? Wink
554  Bitcoin / Bitcoin Discussion / Re: biggest misconception about Cryptocurrency? on: December 27, 2023, 10:22:16 AM
What do you think is the biggest misconception people have about cryptocurrencies, and how would you clarify it?
One of the most common misconceptions regarding cryptocurrencies, in my opinion, is that they are anonymous. Although several cryptocurrencies are made to offer some degree of anonymity, they are not totally anonymous. On a public blockchain, every transaction is logged and linked to the wallet address of the user. To be clear, cryptocurrencies aren't totally anonymous even though they can provide a greater level of anonymity than conventional financial systems.
555  Bitcoin / Bitcoin Discussion / Re: Another year is going to end. Bitcoin isn't dead on: December 27, 2023, 07:35:28 AM
I've seen crypto currencies but not one like bitcoin, I've taken out time to study about bitcoin as well as other crypto currencies and I can proudly say that bitcoin is a one if a kind asset, the chart about proves it that bitcoin can only get bigger and better, rather than crash just as some people believe it to.

I know a lot of people are looking forward to seeing bitcoin fail, even the government and lawmakers have pulled a few strings just to make sure bitcoin fails but they're always disappointed and will always be. Bitcoin has so far proven to be the safest crypto to invest in.
556  Bitcoin / Wallet software / Re: Sweeping paper wallet on: December 23, 2023, 03:34:33 PM
Does any phone wallet support this anymore??  Is there a way to convert a private key to a seed phrase..?

There are a few phone wallets that allow you to convert private keys to seed phrases, but most do not. This capability can be found, for instance, in the Exodus wallet. Alternatively, you can utilize a service such as MyEtherWallet to convert your private key into a seed phrase and if course I believe electrum wallet also offer the same services and feature.

Nonetheless, keeping your seed phrase and private key apart is highly advised When it comes to cryptocurrency security, it's always advisable to err on the side of caution because converting one to the other might be perilous.
557  Economy / Collectibles / Re: [SEEKING][ChiBitCTy???] Anyone have contact with ChiBitCTy?! on: December 23, 2023, 03:00:26 PM

And Jesus, even the post office will play nice and return mail they've accidentally destroyed in a separate envelope with an apology.  I know they're not strictly a government agency, but that's some surprising decency on their part.  I don't know why a public company like FedEx would pull crap like what's described here. 

FedEx appears to be more concerned with efficiency and profit than the USPS with regards to customer service, which is far more humanistic and thoughtful. It's probable that the USPS has been able to preserve and maintain a comparatively excellent reputation despite competition from other providers because of their reputation for honesty and dependability. It's also important to remember that the USPS is a service and not a company, so their goals differ from others.
558  Other / Beginners & Help / Re: Transaction is pending because fee was too low, now what on: December 23, 2023, 02:38:12 PM
If a miner include an invalid transaction, the block will be rejected by nodes.

Yes, it is correct! When this occurs, it's referred to as a "reorg" or "reorganization". In essence, the nodes will disregard the block containing the illegal or invalid transaction and instead build on the subsequent legitimate/valid block in the chain. As a result, miners must exercise extreme caution when selecting which transactions to include in their blocks because doing so will waste their time and resources on invalid transactions. Miners who include invalid transactions will have a disadvantage in comparison to those who go by the rules, much like in a natural selection process.
559  Other / Meta / Re: BRC20 tokens are altcoins on: December 20, 2023, 02:24:27 PM
I don't consider BRC20 tokens to be altcoins, but I consider them to be a SPAM on bitcoin blockchain.
Someone with lots of money can literally create some crap on any blockchain, pump it, and then pay few shills on social media to promote it.
It's still crap even if it is on bitcoin blockchain, and this crap is responsible for high transaction fees right now, but I don't see any miners complaining... it's just business for them Tongue

Lol if I were a miner, I wouldn't be complaining myself. Miners are the ones benefiting from this whole humongous transaction fees saga and that's why you don't see them complain about it or look for solutions to the problems and just leave the whole issue to get solve on its own.

I'm pretty sure they're aware that the network is congested because of these same SPAM tokens parading themselves on the Bitcoin Blockchain, and believe these miners know exactly how to solve the problem but it's all just business to them.
I'm pretty sure they know already that introducing a minimum transaction fee that's high enough to discourage the creation of these token would go a long way to solve this whole shit coin menace on the Bitcoin Blockchain causing such a congestion as never seen before, but they won't do nothing about it, lol.

Solutions for this are not on Layer 1, they're on L2.

Ark is close to making a prototype, it's like Lightning network but without direct client-to-client connections: https://www.arkpill.me/

Decoupling client-to-client connections from the main Blockchain is undoubtedly a promising solution to the issue of Blockchain spam, as it could potentially allow for more efficient transactions and lower fees. However, don't you think that such a technology would take too long to become widely adopted, even if it were to eventually become the new standard for the Blockchain?
560  Other / Meta / Re: BRC20 tokens are altcoins on: December 20, 2023, 08:54:23 AM
I don't consider BRC20 tokens to be altcoins, but I consider them to be a SPAM on bitcoin blockchain.
Someone with lots of money can literally create some crap on any blockchain, pump it, and then pay few shills on social media to promote it.
It's still crap even if it is on bitcoin blockchain, and this crap is responsible for high transaction fees right now, but I don't see any miners complaining... it's just business for them Tongue

Lol if I were a miner, I wouldn't be complaining myself. Miners are the ones benefiting from this whole humongous transaction fees saga and that's why you don't see them complain about it or look for solutions to the problems and just leave the whole issue to get solve on its own.

I'm pretty sure they're aware that the network is congested because of these same SPAM tokens parading themselves on the Bitcoin Blockchain, and believe these miners know exactly how to solve the problem but it's all just business to them.
I'm pretty sure they know already that introducing a minimum transaction fee that's high enough to discourage the creation of these token would go a long way to solve this whole shit coin menace on the Bitcoin Blockchain causing such a congestion as never seen before, but they won't do nothing about it, lol.



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