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Welcome to America! Land of the free. Or are we?
What is freedom anyway? The average American’s definition seems to be working five days per week, 50 weeks per year, 40 years of their life. Many are...
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Summer is here, and the warm weather means it’s the perfect time to start on those home improvements you’ve been putting off during the cold winter months. Of course, if you’ve had the idea of taking...
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I’m sure you’ve thought about whether or not your 401(k) is a good investment vehicle to utilize. If you are like most people, you may have trouble quantifying the total returns so you religiously contribute money...
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There’s nothing better than taking a much-needed vacation. Everyone deserves to unwind from the hustle and bustle of their daily lives. I don’t know about you, but whenever I go on vacation, I’m not worried about...
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“Stocks have generally returned ~7-9% a year compared to 2-4% for real estate over the past 60 years.” —The Financial Samurai
That, of course, is only one part of the story. Real estate is often seen as...
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If you’re reading BiggerPockets, you probably have some interest in real estate investing, building a business, or even retiring early. These are big, exciting goals!
Unfortunately, if you are anything like the average American, you may not...
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So you want to achieve financial independence, huh? You fantasize about telling your boss to take a hike, traveling the world, spending time with your family, and pursuing that passion project.
You’re not alone. I dream about...
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Whether you want to retire in three years or 30, you still need to answer a fundamental question: How much money do I need? It’s a question with both simple and complex answers, depending on how...
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Have you been hearing the term “FIRE” thrown around a lot lately in the personal finance world? That’s not surprising. It’s an exciting movement that’s changing the way people think about work, money, and retirement. Still,...
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Did you know the average American has only $96,000 saved for retirement? This amount is not nearly enough!
It’s never too late to start saving, but it’s better to start preparing for your retirement as early as...
