Want to learn how to turn $40,000 into $750,000 with just one rental property? That's the power of real estate, and the subject of the case study later on in the post. But real estate investing doesn't always mean dealing with tenants, toilets, and termites. It can be as easy as clicking a button to buy a stock, or you can put in more work to find dilapidated houses to … [Read more...] about 3 Ways to Make Money With Real Estate Investing (Turn $40K into $750K!)
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7 Ways to Invest in Real Estate Without Buying Property
How do many wealthy people get that way? They invest in real estate. It is a proven way to build wealth. 90% of millionaires became so through owning real estate. So said famous industrialist (and billionaire) Andrew Carnegie. Yet only 15% of Americans invest in real estate, according to a 2017 study. As a real estate investor myself, I can attest to its wealth-building … [Read more...] about 7 Ways to Invest in Real Estate Without Buying Property
Why Alternative Investments Are Not Just for the Wealthy
We hear a lot these days about alternative investments. Wall Street firms regularly tout their expertise in these investments and try to convince us we need them in our portfolio. In the beginning, alternative investments were only available to what most would consider the wealthy. The SEC set the definition of the wealthy with their accredited investor definition. To be … [Read more...] about Why Alternative Investments Are Not Just for the Wealthy
7 Unique Alternatives to Invest Outside the Stock Market
As you start to save and increase your income, one of the most important steps you can take is investing your money. Many people struggle to know what to invest in besides the stock market. Granted, the choices are vast and can be quite confusing. However, if you want to ensure a healthy financial future, ensure your family’s finances are secure and live comfortably in your … [Read more...] about 7 Unique Alternatives to Invest Outside the Stock Market
Townhouse vs Duplex vs Condo – 5 Major Differences You Need to Know
The "American dream" typically features the single family detached home, with the allure of privacy, yard space, and a white picket fence. But there are many other options for home-ownership that are less talked about that may be a better fit for you and your family. Whether you're looking to buy a home for your family or an investment property, there are many different … [Read more...] about Townhouse vs Duplex vs Condo – 5 Major Differences You Need to Know
3 Best Online Stock Brokers To Start Investing Today
When it comes to investing, choosing where to invest is often the first and most crucial choice you make. Choose correctly, and you’ll be in a great spot to pick from a wide variety of low-cost funds and make trades for free. Choose poorly, and your investment options will be limited, and your fees will be high. When investing over a long time horizon, fees can make a huge … [Read more...] about 3 Best Online Stock Brokers To Start Investing Today
15 Passive Income Ideas To Make Money While You Sleep
Making money while you sleep has a beautiful ring to it. I mean, who wouldn’t want to be making some extra money while playing with the kids or while watching a game? The only problem is that most ‘passive’ income ideas that you’ll come across are not passive at all. Since you’re already busy with your everyday life, you won’t want to pick up a 2nd job that you don’t have … [Read more...] about 15 Passive Income Ideas To Make Money While You Sleep
Robo-Advisors – The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly
Robo-advisors might not be as inherently exciting as the 1966 Western Classic starring Clint Eastwood, but they are certainly more modern. 42 years after the debut of this Eastwood blockbuster, the first Robo-Advisor came onto the scene. And 11 years after that, we’re stealing the title of that movie classic to create our own Hollywood film (article), starring … [Read more...] about Robo-Advisors – The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly
Groundfloor vs. Fundrise: Real Estate Crowdfunding Review
Are you looking for ways to diversify your investment portfolio into real estate? Maybe even boost your returns? In case you haven't heard, crowdfunded real estate is here to stay. And there are so many options out there it can be hard to narrow down your choices. There are two platforms I really like and have personally invested in, so I wanted to bring you the inside … [Read more...] about Groundfloor vs. Fundrise: Real Estate Crowdfunding Review
Semi-Retirement: The Surprising Benefits of the Path Less Followed
Retirement. Early retirement. Semi-retirement. Are these all just pie in the sky dreams? I don't talk a lot about the FIRE movement (Financial Independence / Retire Early). But it has certainly impacted my life and I believe everyone should at least strive for financial independence. I think a lot of the bad press related to FIRE comes from the "retire early" part. … [Read more...] about Semi-Retirement: The Surprising Benefits of the Path Less Followed
