Pardon my absence. Personal obligations have been at the forefront lately. Nothing bad, just time-consuming. I’m happy to be back, so let’s dive in… There are plenty of obstacles on the road to financial independence: a soft job market, nagging inflation, student loan debt, and, let’s face it, an endless stream of tempting consumer goodies. … More Peer Pressure and Financial Goals
One of the highlights of our trip to Bangkok was my visit to Dan Bespoke Tailors. It had been awhile (years) since I had invested in a sport coat, dress pants, or suit. I already owned two blue blazers, a couple of pair of grey wool slacks, a stack of cotton pants, and an array … More A Visit to Bangkok: Part 3 – Dan Bespoke Tailors
Hello, in case you’ve just found the blog, let me introduce myself and what I do. I’m Byron Tully, author of The Old Money Book. In this series, Old Money University, I’m going to share with you how anyone from any background can adopt the values, priorities, and habits of America’s Upper Class in order … More Old Money University – Lesson Two: How To Handle An Inheritance
The tragic revelations surrounding those involved with and victimized by Jeffrey Epstein continue to shock and surprise even the most callous of us. Politicians, celebrities, billionaires–those who are so often considered ‘the smartest people in the room’ were stupid enough to spend time with this known predator and participate in his abuse of underaged girls. … More The Old Money Guy and The Predator
When you go on vacation, there’s always the excitement of what you’re going to see and do while you’re there…the monuments, the culture, the shopping, and the food. What made our recent trip to Bangkok unique was, of course, all of those, but with an extra dimension: what had happened before we arrived. Let me … More A Visit to Bangkok – Part 2
As 2026 gets underway, I’ve decided to offer a curriculum of sorts (hence the name) for our Members of the Tribe, old and new. In each lesson, I’ll be presenting a specific Old Money concept or a collection of related fundamentals. Some of the information will be a refresher course for those of you who’ve … More Old Money University – Lesson One: Introduction, Definition, & Origins
After a couple of years of almost constant work and limited travel, my wife and I planned an extended vacation to southeast Asia, a part of the world we’d never visited and knew little about. The 3-week itinerary included Bangkok, Vietnam, and Hong Kong. Our very vague plan was to explore the temples, experience the … More A Visit to Bangkok
Greetings. I’m back in Paris at present after a rare vacation. The time away was relaxing, invigorating, and enlightening, and I’ll be sharing more details in the near future. What I can tell you, after 5 international flights in 3 weeks, is that air travel is changing, and not for the better. And it’s not … More Travel Update…and Advice
Last year, or the year before, I suggested that we all endeavor to allow fewer distractions into our lives. This year, as our group New Year’s resolution, I am suggesting that we share less. Much less. The idea came to me after a phone call with a friend in Boston. He came from modest means … More The 2026 New Year’s Resolution
I wanted to take a moment and wish all of you the very happiest of holidays. Your participation and loyalty are greatly appreciated. I’ve been posting for more than a decade, primarily about the culture of Old Money and how adopting the values, priorities, and habits of America’s Upper Class can benefit anyone from any … More Season’s Greetings…and News