25 Ways to Earn Extra Cash in 2020
Increasing the gap between your income and expenses—and saving and investing the difference—is the best way to improve your financial position. But you can only cut expenses so far before…
Personal Finance
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How to Slash Your Food Bill in Half (AND Support Good Health)
Food expenses vary based on the amount of people one is supporting in their household. But for the average, single American, let's assume it costs $6,000 per year, or $500…
A 3-Part Plan for Presenting Real Estate as an Investment to Your Spouse
When you're married, you need your spouse's approval to invest in real estate. But what if that approval is not forthcoming? Try this plan to bring them around.
The No. 1 Wealth-Building Strategy (That Literally Everyone Should Be Using)
The concept is easy to understand but remains elusive to most. It moves our everyday lives—at home, at work, and through personal interactions and business transactions. More often than not,…
How Your Regular Monthly Spending Can Earn You $1,500+ in Free Travel This Year
In the world of travel rewards, there’s one trick that skyrockets your rewards: It’s knowing the incredible value of your everyday, monthly spending. You do not have to travel more…
5 Ways Real Estate Wins Big Where Stocks Fall Short
What's YOUR investment of choice? With the recent volatility of the stock market, maybe it's time to check out real estate. Here are several solid reasons why.
What Belongs in Your Net Worth (& What Doesn’t)
While net worth is an everyday term, I actually recommend you instead calculate your investable net worth as a far more useful and realistic measurement of your wealth. Here’s what…
How to Get Out of Debt: 5 Steps Toward Healthier Money Habits
Carrying debt is stressful and exhausting—and stands in the way of your goals. Wondering how to get out of debt? These completely doable steps will help get you there.
8 Tips for Millennials to Ditch Their Debt Fast
When you’re under the weight of heavy debt, it literally informs the way you think. Your focus is survival: How do I make all my payments this month? Whether you’re…
Is the 500 Hours It Takes to Learn Investing Worth It? Yes. Unless…
A price must be paid to get a fair risk/reward profile from real estate investing. That price is time. But the buy-in cost of ~500 hours of networking, self-education, and…
Opinion: Quitting Your Job & Living on Passive Income ISN’T Necessary for Financial Success
I may find myself tied to the digital stake and virtually burned. But here goes: It is NOT imperative that you quit your job to become financially successful.
7 Achievable Steps to Reach 7-Figure Retirement Savings
Want to retire a millionaire? You can. Here are several ways to create a million-dollar nest egg—no finance jargon, six-figure income, or winning lottery ticket required.
Growing Your 401k vs. Liquidating It to Invest in Real Estate: What’s More Profitable?
Most financial advisors will tell you it’s better to contribute to your 401k and let it grow. Meanwhile, many younger folks (especially those pursuing financial freedom) are skeptical. What's the…
