43-58, MTV Generation Gen X Retirement? I can’t believe it, but many Gen X are now anywhere from 7-15 years away from traditional retirement age. How did that happen? But more importantly, how can Gen X secure a successful retirement that is coming ever closer? Here we discuss 7 retirement tips and ideas … Read More “7 Gen X Retirement Tips” »
Category: Investing
Ever wonder what an ideal dividend portfolio would look like that can grow through all market conditions? I use a particular portfolio allocation . . .
Hang in here with me, because I promise to make this straightforward and painless. Estate planning is one of those things most people see the title and their eyes glaze over. I understand, but lack of foresight and preparation costs families billions and massive amounts of problems. How about estate planning basics! This is why … Read More “5 Estate Planning Basics (and worst things to inherit)” »
The time for BS is over! The last few years have seen an influx of too many get rich quick schemes: Meme-stocks, YouTube gurus, crypto currency, elaborate marketing schemes, etc. But, what actually works to become wealthy through investing? Yes, I realize a small percentage of people bought Bitcoin when it was cheap. And a … Read More “Top 5 Investments To Get Rich” »
Let me first say this, I love the USA. Are we perfect? No. But we are pretty darn good and always trying to improve the American Dream. If you travel and get to know other countries, there is really no perfect society and each country has its own unique history, geography, religions, demographics and resources … Read More “Did Housing Destroy the American Dream?” »
A REIT is a company that owns and in many cases operates income producing real estate. An investor can buy shares of these companies. In other words, a REIT is a pool of properties and/or mortgages bundled together. How does this stack up in the battle between REITs and private real estate investing? The company … Read More “REITs vs Private Real Estate (Which One is Better?)” »