Why are the rich getting richer? It’s a question a lot of people are asking these days. We hear on a daily basis how the middle class is shrinking, the poor are getting poorer, and the number of new millionaires is growing every year. The extreme upper class (the so called “mega rich”) is increasing every year […]
Investing
How To Buy Real Estate With a Self Directed IRA
Did you know you can buy investment property using your IRA? In this article I’ll show you how to use a Self Directed IRA to invest in real estate using money you already have in your retirement account. I’ll give you insights on my own personal experience investing in real estate with my Self directed […]
Ask Jason Episode #4- ESOP’s and Expensive Dementia Care
In this episode of Ask Jason: Should Laura cash in her ESOP (Employee Stock Option Plan) or roll it into a Roth IRA? Derek is going bankrupt caring for his mom with dementia- what should he do? Links and Resources Want me to answer your personal finance question? Leave a comment below and […]
Ask Jason Episode #2- Should You Take Loans from Your 401k?, How to Start Investing, Eliminating Debt
In this episode, I’m answering my readers’ personal finance questions about 401k loans, how to start investing, and how to start getting out of debt: Cindy wants to know how to get started investing. She doesn’t have a clue where to start or what to invest in. Sandy wants to know how to pay […]
The Novice Investor: What You Need to Know to Succeed
For the novice investor, successful investing takes attention and commitment. Strategized investments can be a rewarding way to build wealth and meet realistic financial goals. However, they are not the exclusive terrain of the mega-rich. Nor are they a fool-proof way to get-rich-quick. Common mistakes made by novice investors include opting for low-potential/low-return cash investments […]
Building Wealth: 6 Ideas to Help Turn Your Pennies into Benjamins
Let’s face it: When it comes to money, everyone wants more of it. Unfortunately, few people really understand what they need to do to earn it. Sure, landing a better job or getting a raise will boost your income. That’s great, but a small bump in your paycheck usually isn’t enough for building wealth on […]
