A Successful Value-Add Multifamily Real Estate Case Study

One of the things I’m curious about is how real estate crowdfunding platforms add value for their investors after acquisition. Therefore, I asked RealtyMogul to share an in-depth look at one of their successful value-add multifamily real estate deal from start to finish. RealyMogul is one of the best real estate crowdfunding platforms. It began […]

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Net Worth Required To Be Considered Wealthy In Various Cities

Everybody wants to be considered wealthy. But how big of a net worth is required to be considered wealthy or rich in some of the biggest cities in America? Charles Schwab’s annual Modern Wealth Survey shares its insights for 2022. In the U.S. overall, the survey says it takes a net worth of $2.2 million

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The Unexpected Financial Benefits Of Having Children

One of the main reasons why people delay having children is its cost. Rising prices for daycare, preschool tuition, and shelter plus the opportunity cost of not working, partially explains why our population replacement rate is declining.  The cost of raising children worried me so much that I actually had a $1 million net worth

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Seven Global Trends Benefiting US Agriculture And Farmland Investing

Food costs a lot more today than it did a year ago due to rising inflation. But what’s really going on in the US agriculture industry? Let’s take a look at what global trends are impacting the market with some insights by FarmTogether, a leading farmland investing platform and Financial Samurai sponsor. Historical Farmland Investment

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Being Called Overly Frugal Or Cheap Means You’re On The Right Track

Recently, I was told by a producer of a certain podcast that I was being overly frugal. This comment came after an interview covering my upcoming book, Buy This, Not That was done. I had thanked her over e-mail, pointed out a spelling error in my name in the show notes, and also asked her

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Why Cash Flow Is More Important Than Net Worth: Focus On What’s Real

Whether you are a semi-retiree, a traditional retiree living off Social Security, or someone with a day job, cash flow is more important than net worth, especially during an economic downturn. Net worth is often an illusion that only helps to boost your ego when times are good. When times are bad, calculating your net

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The Age Children Begin Loving Their Fathers As Much As Their Mothers

Are you a stay-at-home father or father who spends a lot of time with his children? If so, you may be second-guessing your decision to spend so much time with them during their early years. Without some reciprocating love, you might be wondering whether your effort is worth it. You see, the more time and

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Real Estate Versus Blogging: Which Is A Better Investment?

As a blogger since 2009, I love blogging. As a real estate investor since 2003, I also love real estate. Therefore, I thought it would be smart to do a real estate versus blogging showdown! Exactly which is a better investment? They require different amounts of effort, capital, and skills. In Stocks vs. Real Estate, I

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