3 Ways to Eliminate Mortgage Debt
Whether you’re just starting out, looking to minimize your debt, or you’re an old real estate warhorse like me looking to crunch it down quickly, these tips should help you…
Personal Finance
Strong personal finance and financial literacy lays the groundwork for much investing and business success. Here, you'll find hundreds of articles written by personal finance experts on topics like saving, earning more, and investing. A strong knowledge of personal finance can seriously expedite your real estate investing career. A great credit score, some cash in the bank, and strong stable income can be invaluable assets for those looking to begin or add to their real estate portfolio. For a more in-depth discussion and debate about best practices in personal finance, you may want to check out the Personal Finance Forum.
4 Stark Differences Between Being Frugal and Cheap
Being frugal is an essential element to achieving financial freedom and amassing vast amounts of wealth. It's not the same as being cheap. Here's why.
FICO vs. VantageScore: Do You Know What Credit Score You’re Monitoring?
I like Credit Karma as much as the next guy. In fact, the app is downloaded on my phone. I check it religiously every seven days. However, did you know…
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How to Track Your Net Worth All in One Place [A Personal Capital Review]
What I was looking for was some program that would automatically track my net worth for me. It didn’t take me long to find exactly what i was looking for:…
Retirement Accelerator: 7 Steps to Reach Financial Independence in 5-10 Years
In the 20th Century, people worked for 40-50 years, then retired. The office or factory threw a little shindig with cake or beer, then the retiree went home and sat…
How to Turn Your Car From a Money Pit Into a Money Tree
In this article, I explain how to turn your car from what we call a "fake asset" to a real asset. Follow this advice to take your car from a…
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The Higher Earner vs. The Smart Investor: Who’s Better Off Financially? [A Case Study!]
Are you better off with a high salary or working for yourself as an investor? Take a look at these two financial situations—you may be surprised!
5 Advanced Excel Tips for a Better Home Budget
By using a standard spreadsheet combined with some advanced tricks, you can create a budget to rival any specialized program.
5 Ways to Generate Extra Income Beyond Real Estate Investing
Real estate needn't be your sole source of additional income. Here are five ways to make money in addition to expanding your real estate portfolio.
Personal Finance Software: 7 Top-Notch Tools to Help You Grow Wealth
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How I Saved 40% of My Monthly Income & Amassed $100k in Assets Living in San Francisco
I'm not much different than you. I have a normal W-2 job that pays slightly above average. I have also been able to amass over $100,000 in under two years.
7 Ways to See the World and Save on Housing Costs
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Why the Roth IRA is Both a Beauty and a Beast for Investors
The Roth IRA is a beautiful creation that works like a beast. Know the primary benefits of Roth ownership, and learn to let this account work for you. Here is…
