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10,000 Americans Turn 65 Daily—And There’s Nowhere for Them to Live
Every day in America, more than 10,000 people reach the age of 65. That’s a staggering number by itself, but the real tidal wave is still ahead. The …
Monthly Stays and Steady Pay: 6 Steps to Mid-Term Rental Success
Imagine it’s 2019, and you’ve got a rental property that practically pays for itself. Tenants line up, rents climb every year, and cash flow feels li…
“Rent Freeze” in New York Could Cripple Mom-and-Pop Landlords. Will It Catch on Nationwide?
The New York real estate community choked on their spreadsheets when mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani proposed rent freezes on all rent-stabilized ap…
Should the Higher-Earning Spouse Delay Social Security?
There are dozens of Social Security "strategies." Should the higher-earning spouse delay Social Security as long as possible?
Optimizing 401ks When You Change Jobs Mid-Year
Most people think the annual 401k limit is $70k. They're wrong. If you switch jobs or have a side hustle, you can open up a second 401k limit. Learn …
Rising Unemployment Could Spill Into Real Estate (But By How Much?)
Is the labor market finally cracking, and what does that mean for the housing market? Dave Meyer distills the latest BLS and ADP payrolls, JOLTS, and…
What’s Considered A First-Generation College Student?
Learn who qualifies as a first-generation college student and why the designation can impact admissions, aid, and support programs. The post WhatR…
10 Realistic Recurring Revenue Side Hustles
Today we're sharing 10 realistic, recurring revenue side hustles that can help you build that same predictability into your side hustle income. No mo…
Getting Your Work Benefits Right
Answering reader questions about how to understand and select employee stock ownership plans, selecting disability insurance from work and the tax im…
The Short-Term Rental Revival: Why Data Beats Depreciation Every Time
If you hang out with real estate investors, you’ve probably noticed there’s a buzz in the air again about Airbnbs. The short-term rental (STR) tax lo…
Fed Cuts Rates as Employment Softens, But Real Estate Recovery Remains Uncertain
Following a weakening labor market, the Federal Reserve’s announcement that it will cut interest rates by 0.25% on Sept. 17 comes as welcome re…
Landlord Sentiment Is Shifting in 2025: Here’s What Investors Should Know
For years, the “growth at all costs” mentality has driven rental investors to scoop up as many properties as possible, often working toward a unit go…
Fractional Vacation Homes: The Future of Ownership?
Midnight Zillow and the Great Dream Gap Laptop open, clock hitting 12:07 a.m., and you’re 10 pages deep on Zillow. A French farmhouse in Napa. A slop…
Education Dept. Accused Of Blocking Student Loan Forgiveness
The AFT has filed an amended complaint seeking to unblock student loan forgiveness and stop harmful delays at the Education Department. The post Educ…
Is Your Portfolio Too Safe?
If you’re more than a decade away from retirement, playing it too “safe” with your retirement accounts can be very expensive, potentially costi…
The End Of The Commercial Real Estate Recession Is Finally Here
Since 2022, commercial real estate (CRE) investors have been slogging through a brutal downturn. Mortgage rates spiked as inflation ripped higher, ca…
Buy Now vs. Wait and the Best First Rental for Beginners
Should you buy a rental property now or wait? If you buy now and prices rise, you’ll get all the appreciation that comes with it and have the chance …
This New Bill Could Double Your Tax Savings in 2025
The One Big Beautiful Bill has passed, and it could put thousands of dollars back in your pocket. In this episode, we’re breaking down how this power…
How To Start Your Clothing Brand Side Hustle on Etsy With Zero Upfront Costs
Have you ever thought of starting your own clothing brand but felt held back by the cost? Maybe you thought you needed thousands of dollars to invest…
529 Plan Alternatives: UMGA, Roth IRA, And More
Learn about 529 plan alternatives like UGMA and Roth IRAs, including their pros and cons for college savings. The post 529 Plan Alternatives: UMGA, R…