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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.

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Understanding Debt-to-Income Ratio

Understanding your debt-to-income (DTI) ratio is crucial for making wise investment decisions. Your DTI impacts your ability to qualify for loans, lock in low interest rates, and take advantage of…

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You Don’t Need To Earn a Lot To Be Financially Free—Here’s How You Can Do It on Minimums

You don't need to replace your total income with passive investments to be financially free. It can start as soon as you learn to manage your money as well as…

Oct 27, 2023Feb 28, 2024 Chris Bibey

401k vs Real Estate: Which Is Best for Retirement?

Deciding between a 401k and real estate investment for retirement is a critical choice that will affect you now and in the future. Both have unique benefits and drawbacks, and…

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Two Years After Crypto’s Big Boom, Investors Are Stuck With Worthless NFTs

Remember the hype around crypto and NFTs in late 2021? Remember the promise of "virtual real estate" and the incredible returns it would bring? Well, it hasn't panned out like…

Oct 23, 2023Feb 28, 2024 Liz Zack

Real Estate Isn’t Enough—Here’s How Three Pro Investors Diversify Their Portfolios

As the saying goes, don't put all of your eggs into one basket. We interviewed three pro real estate investors and asked how they diversify their portfolios. Here's what they…

Oct 18, 2023Feb 28, 2024 Brian Carberry

Sneak Peek: A Look Inside David Greene’s New Book “Pillars of Wealth”

Pillars of Wealth by David Greene attempts to reel in the instant gratification mindset and reset the approach to real estate back to its original form: long-term investing for long-term…

Oct 06, 2023Feb 28, 2024 Kaaren Hall

Unlocking More Freedom With Self-Directed IRAs

Self-directed retirement accounts help you step off the beaten path of Wall Street and into the exciting realm of alternative investments. Let’s talk about these amazing investments.

Sep 30, 2023Feb 29, 2024 G. Brian Davis

Set Yourself Up For Success Before Investing—What a Truly Strong Financial Foundation Looks Like

You can't just start investing. You have to put the upfront work in first and build a solid financial foundation. Here's the checklist you should follow.

Sep 02, 2023Feb 13, 2024 Samantha Hawrylack

Real Estate vs. Stocks: Which Is Best for Investors in 2023?

With today high interest rates, is real estate still a solid investment strategy?

Aug 15, 2023Feb 28, 2024 Scott Trench

The Hard Truth: True Financial Freedom Will Force You to Make Suboptimal (and Maybe Unpopular) Portfolio Decisions

True financial freedom requires bold actions and decisions that might not always make sense to your financial advisors.

Jul 02, 2023Feb 13, 2024 Jane Meggitt

Is Real Estate a Good Investment?

Explore why real estate is a great investment and how it can help you achieve your financial goals.

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How to Calculate Rental Income For Child Support

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