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How Does A 401(k) Loan Work? Is Using One A Good Idea?

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If you contribute to a 401k plan through your employer, it could be one of your most substantial assets besides your home. And if money is tight and your savings account balance is running low, you might wonder how you can tap into the funds in your 401k for a loan. But you know there […]

What Should I Do With The House, Sell Or Rent It Out?

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There are plenty of reasons why you might find yourself thinking about selling a house or renting it out. You may be moving up from a starter home or downsizing from a larger home. Or perhaps you’re relocating for a job, combining households, or inheriting a house from a family member. No matter what position […]

What Is An IRA And How Does It Work?

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Saving for retirement is critically important and should be a part of everyone’s financial picture. But what can you do if you are already maxing out your employer-sponsored retirement plan? Left behind an old 401(k) when you changed jobs? Or just don’t have access to one? It’s simple. You can open up an IRA or […]

What Are Those Target Date Things In My Retirement Plan?

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If your employer offers a retirement savings plan, chances are one of your investment options is a target date fund. They may be grouped under a heading such as “Do the Investing for Me”, “Balanced”, or “Asset Allocation”. You will recognize them because they have a year in their name, such as 2045. You may […]

What Is A 457 Plan And Who’s Lucky Enough To Qualify For One?

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There’s a good chance you’ve heard a lot of talk about retirement plans. In particular, most people are familiar with 401(k) plans. But if you work in the public sector, you likely won’t be able to get your hands on a 401(k). Instead, your employer probably offers a 403(b) option. Those retirement plans are important, […]

Is Hiring A Property Manager Really Worth The Money?

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Purchasing rental properties is one way for investors to build wealth. Some property owners manage their own rental properties, while others hire a property manager. Those choosing to manage their own units save money on management fees. But they take on all the responsibilities of a landlord. Some investors know they’ll use a property management […]

Flipping A House: What Should I Know Before I Try It?

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Flipping a house is a popular and legitimate way to make money in real estate, but there are many things you should know before you open that door, so to speak. When it comes to building wealth through real estate, flipping is one of the most talked about strategies out there. Who doesn’t love the […]

When Is It The Right Time To REIT?

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Real estate investing is one way to accelerate your journey to financial freedom. Often times, people associate real estate investing with flipping houses or owning rental properties. If this type of investing isn’t for you, don’t dismiss real estate entirely. Instead, real estate investment trusts (REITs) might be the solution to diversifying your investment portfolio. […]

Is Holding A Mortgage A Good Way To Make Money?

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You’ve worked hard to pay off your home but the time has come to sell. Whether you are upgrading, downsizing, or moving to a new state – you’re in the financial position to “act as the bank” for the new buyers. Offering to hold a mortgage, also known as seller or owner financing, is one […]

Is House Hacking The Best Way To First Invest In Real Estate?

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If you’ve looked into investing in real estate to build wealth, you may have heard the term “house hacking.” House hacking has become an effective and popular way for new investors to get started creating wealth through real estate. But, is house hacking to make money the best way for you to invest in real […]

How Do I Use My 401(k) Savings Plan To Make More Money?

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Please note: This article assumes that you have access to an employer-sponsored 401k savings plan.  It will not go into retirement plans for the self-employed.  For more information on that, please click here. Whether you’ve just started a new job or you’ve been with the same company for years, it’s critical for you to understand […]

What Should I Know Before Investing In Single-Family Rentals?

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Investing in single-family rentals is one of the many ways to build wealth with real estate. It can be a great way to generate cash flow and build equity at the same time. Many new real estate investors start with buying a single-family rental. In fact, single-family homes make-up about half of all rentals in […]

Is Peer-To-Peer Lending A Good Way To Make Money?

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Are you tired of lackluster interest rates? Concerned about the record highs of the stock market? Searching for an easy way to diversify your portfolio into alternative investments and achieve solid returns? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then peer-to-peer lending may be an investment strategy worth considering. What is Peer-to-Peer Lending? […]

Is Real Estate Investing A Good Way To Build Wealth?

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The answer to whether or not real estate investing is a good way to build wealth depends entirely on your definition of wealth. Your individual goals, long and short-term, as well as your personal threshold for risk, are key factors in determining if investing in real estate is the right path for you. Let’s unpack […]

What Resources Are Best To Introduce Investing To My Teen?

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In a recent GoBankingRates.com survey, more than 5,000 respondents were asked to identify the number one financial topic they wished they’d learned in school, from a list of six possible answers. The choices were: How to create and stick to a budget How taxes work The importance of credit scores/building credit How credit cards, loans, and interest rates […]

What Are The Best Robo Advisors For Socially Responsible Investing?

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Maybe it’s because you have kids. Perhaps it’s because you only want to support companies inclusive in their hiring practices. Maybe it’s because you love Jesus. Maybe it’s because you’re a humanist that understands our planet is not going to sustain life much longer at our current clip. Whatever your reason for being interested in […]