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Tired of Renting? How to Save for Your First Property in ONE Year (or Less)
Many rookies assume they’re years away from buying rentals, but what if your first (or next) property is much closer (and easier) than you think? Tod…
Could New Builds Hurt Your Market? These Areas Are Most at Risk
New builds are popping up everywhere. But some markets have a lot more new homes on the way. This could be risky for real estate investors in these a…
How to Retire with Rentals in Just 10 Years (It’s Still Possible!)
Want to retire early? You don’t need millions of dollars in stocks, retirement accounts, or cash to do it. You might just need a handful of rental pr…
How Blogging Changed My Life (And My Family’s Future) Forever
I never expected blogging to impact my family’s life the way it has. What started as a small side hobby quickly turned into something much bigg…
Which Payments and Periods Count Towards PSLF and Buyback?
Breaking down what types of payments are eligible for PSLF and buyback, including which periods of deferment and forbearance, and what steps you need…
4 Types of Passive Income to Stop Trading Time for Money
Who doesn't want passive income? Everyone dreams of having one. But how you go about getting it is the hard part. So how do you get started? It depe…
Ask HTM: Special Roth Accounts, Investing During A Sabbatical, & Reverse Mortgages – Episode 985
Let’s kick off the week with some fresh listener questions we have lined up for you! And don’t just stand on the sidelines- if you have a quest…
I’ve Been Semi-Retired for a Quarter Decade: Do We Have Enough Money? Am I Bored? Are We Happy?
The first quarter of a decade since I left my full-time job and chose semi-retirement has been a blur. Here's everything we've experienced. The post …
13 Years After Early Retirement
Hey everyone! It’s been 13 years since I retired from my engineering career. Wow, has it really been that long? Hard to believe, but it’s true.…
Student Loan Chaos Grows Amid Policy Proposals And Errors
Congress fails on the first round to pass student loan reform bill as SAVE errors and IDR backlog create more confusion. The post Student Loan Chaos …
Step Up in Basis — What You Need to Know
The step up in basis at death is a critical financial concept to understand. It affects investing, estate planning, and asset protection. The post St…
SAVE Borrowers Get Wrong Forbearance Notices
SAVE plan borrowers are getting false alerts that their loan payments are restarting. Here’s what’s really going on. The post SAVE Borrowers Get Wron…
Student Loan Assistance For Incarcerated Individuals
Student loan borrowers who find themselves incarcerated or in jail for extended periods have some options for assistance. The post Student Loan Assis…
Life as a Military Physician — 10 Things I Loved About Being a Military Doctor
There are a lot of great aspects of practicing medicine in the military. Here are 10 of my favorite things about being a military doc. The post Life …
The Ultimate Guide to Creative Financing
The Ultimate Guide to Creative Financing From Military To Millionaire 🧠 The Ultimate Guide to Creative Financing for Real Estate (2025 Edition) Welco…
Scott Steps Down as CEO: A New Age for BiggerPockets Money
BiggerPockets’ CEO Scott Trench announces his decision to step down as CEO, and focus full-time efforts on personal finance content with BiggerPocket…
The Best Psychological Trick To Boost Your Wealth Beyond Belief
Believing you deserve to be rich is one of the most powerful psychological tricks to boost your wealth. With trillions of dollars circulating in the …
May 2025 Housing Market Update: Price Cuts Arrive, Market “Softening” Continues
The housing market is going through another significant shift. Sellers have lost even more control as price cuts become common in some top markets. R…
Home Prices Are Dropping: How to Find Great Deals in YOUR Market (Rookie Reply)
Home prices are seeing some serious cuts—but is this happening across all markets, and what does it mean for new investors? For many beginners, this …
17 Best Rural Side Hustles To Make Extra Money
Do you want to make extra money while living in a rural area? I hear this question a lot – What rural side hustles can someone do when they don…