We should close end of August as well.

I would put some in passive syndications with responsible sponsors that I trust, I would invest some in the stock market, precious metals and bitcoin.

I truly love what I do, but over the last couple years have come to the realization that time is my most precious and finite asset and I'm tired of trading it for money.I've always had an interest in real estate, but it wasn't until the last several months that I really dove into learning more about investing in real estate and using it as a means to build passive income, and eventually become financially independent.

It’s in Aiken SC which is about 20 minutes for the Augusta National golf club. 

Augusta Ga. is great for investing. 

If you're not built to survive in this game, go buy bonds or precious metals or orange juice futures. 

I'm a stay-at-home Mom so time spent with kids is more precious than being a high flyer but I have to admit paying down the debt snowball is boring and slow, especially with modest returns. 

Managing your own holiday rental is great for experience and getting your feet wet, but as you acquire more properties you might notice it's becomin a full time job which eats away at your precious time (which could be spent hunting and orchestrating the next deal, or just enjoying life ;) - there are plenty of companies in Japan who can do that for you, top to bottom, from advertising through  management and all the way to complete subleasing (meaning, they pay you standard market long term rent or slightly higher, keep the place occupied, renovated and constantly cleaned etc - less yield if occupied all through the year, true, but also zero hassle and hands-on mgmt required).2.

I know people who have gold or other precious metals.

The other problem with Goldmoney is that you MUST buy gold, platinum, silver, or palladium before you can cash out and have the money placed back into your account… If you’ve been following any of the precious metal markets (and I highly suggest you investigate it before using Goldmoney) you’ll know that precious metals are falling in their value fast (it’s not a big deal if you intend on long term investment… but big if you intend to pull out soon after investing).