5 Ways My Life Changed in a Year Without Drinking
It’s no secret—alcohol gives you a temporary boost of energy and joy but knocks you down twice as hard with a much more significant, long-term impact. But the purpose of…
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Craig Curelop
How to Start Your Journey to Financial Freedom
The first step toward financial independence through real estate investing is finding ways to earn more and spend less. Spending half your income on rent, buying (or leasing) new cars,…
7 Steps I Took to Land My First House Hack (& Rent It Out) With Ease
I did it, and you can, too! A few years ago, I got through the highly feared “analysis paralysis” stage and closed on my first deal. How was it? Easy…
Want Great Tenants? House Hackers Screen Like This
Carefully screening tenants is a must-do for those who are renting out real estate. The importance multiplies when house hacking—especially if you plan to live in the property. These people…
3 House Hacking Mistakes I Made (& How I Could’ve Prevented Them)
Since I learned so much from other people, I am morally obligated to share with you the biggest mistakes I made as a first-time landlord and home owner.
What’s a Better Financial Strategy—Making More or Spending Less?
If you listen to the BiggerPockets Money Podcast, you might think it's better to spend less money. If you are a fan of Grant Cardone, you might think the answer…
The 7-Step Antidote to Cure the Silent Wealth-Killer Known as Analysis Paralysis
How long have you been thinking about that first property? If your answer is between "six months" and "too long," you are suffering from analysis paralysis. Here's how to get…
Retired at 31, This Couple Will Show You How to ‘Quit Like a Millionaire’
In the past two years, I have read a lot of books—118 to be exact. Almost all of them have been on personal finance, real estate, business, and self-help. I…
How I Paid Off $85,000 in 16 Months
On New Year’s Day, I made a goal: I would pay off $85,000 of student loan debt in two years. Obviously, that's an ambitious goal, and I didn't know how…
I Paid $4,000 for a Week-Long FI Retreat in Greece—And It Was Worth Every Penny. Here’s Why.
Before you read this entire article, let me preface it with this. This is not a post about real estate. It’s a post about why the heck I spent thousands…
How to Calculate Your Freedom Number by Learning Your “Real” Net Worth
Freedom number—what is that, you ask? If you don’t know, you’ve been thinking about your finances all wrong. Let me explain.
4 Pros and Cons of Airbnbing Your Primary Residence
Are you contemplating renting out a portion of your property on Airbnb? Here are 4 ups and 4 downs that should help you make your decision.
This App Will Help You Track Your Way to Financial Independence
There are many tracking tools out there, but one of my favorites — and one that I have used for over three years — is Intuit’s Mint product. Here's how…
