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7 Maxed Out Credit Cards to Money Expert by Making a BIG Mental Shift

7 Maxed Out Credit Cards to Money Expert by Making a BIG Mental Shift

Are you building wealth but feel like you can never enjoy it? Do you struggle with money, fearing you carry the same poor financial habits as your pa…

Proposed Budget Cuts To Higher Education Explained

Proposed Budget Cuts To Higher Education Explained

Proposed higher ed reforms could limit loan options and impact college affordability. Here’s what to expect. The post Proposed Budget Cuts To Higher …

Why Residential Commercial Real Estate Looks Attractive in 2025

Why Residential Commercial Real Estate Looks Attractive in 2025

In this Financial Samurai podcast episode, I speak to Ben Miller, co-founder and CEO of Fundrise about his outlook for residential commerci…

Investor Sentiment Quickly Turns as Home Sales Bottom, Inventory Rebounds

Investor Sentiment Quickly Turns as Home Sales Bottom, Inventory Rebounds

We’ve got great news for investors, agents, lenders, and first-time homebuyers: housing inventory is about to rise…big time. After years of limited i…

Middle-School Teacher Makes $100K in 6 Weeks on Her FIRST Deal

Middle-School Teacher Makes $100K in 6 Weeks on Her FIRST Deal

Laura Sides had zero real estate investing experience not too long ago. But, within just six weeks, she made $100,000 on her first real estate deal. …

How to Make More Passive Income with Fewer Rentals (& ACTUALLY Retire Early)

How to Make More Passive Income with Fewer Rentals (& ACTUALLY Retire Early)

Want to retire early? Then, STOP buying rental properties. You heard that right; buying more rental properties may actually push you further away fro…

Ask HTM: Supercharging Retirement as a Freelancer, HSA for Medical vs Retirement, & “Investing” in Your Primary Residence – Episode 934

Ask HTM: Supercharging Retirement as a Freelancer, HSA for Medical vs Retirement, & “Investing” in …

Let’s dive into 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 ques…

Best Tax Software For Students (And Student Loan Borrowers)

Best Tax Software For Students (And Student Loan Borrowers)

If you have student loans, affordable tax software can be hard to find. Here's our pick for the best tax software for student loan borrowers. The pos…

Calculating Your Desired Salary (And Tips For Negotiating Success)

Calculating Your Desired Salary (And Tips For Negotiating Success)

Your desired salary is often one of the most important and nerve-wracking parts of the job search process. This guide will help you confidently answe…

Annual Passive Income Report 2024

Annual Passive Income Report 2024

2024 was a great year for investors. The S&P 500 went up more than 23%! I didn’t think 2024 could top 2023, but I was completely wrong. Thi…

2025 IRS Tax Refund Schedule: When To Expect Your Tax Refund

2025 IRS Tax Refund Schedule: When To Expect Your Tax Refund

A chart and IRS tax refund schedule that shows you when you can expect your tax refund in 2025. Also, how to check the status of your refund. The pos…

How Does Rent To Own Work? (Who Should Do It & Major Risks)

How Does Rent To Own Work? (Who Should Do It & Major Risks)

Rent-to-own agreements can be a stepping stone to homeownership for those who may not qualify for a mortgage immediately. However, while it can seem …

How To Retire Early (4 Strategies To Retire Years Ahead of Schedule)

How To Retire Early (4 Strategies To Retire Years Ahead of Schedule)

Retiring early is a dream for many, but it requires careful planning, disciplined saving, and strategic investing. This guide breaks down actionable …

The Six Best Tax Breaks That Currently Exist Today

The Six Best Tax Breaks That Currently Exist Today

There's a lot to know when it comes to taxes. Here are the six best tax breaks that you might be able to utilize. Read on to learn them! The post The…

27 Best Ways to Get Free Money: Legit $500+ Inside!

27 Best Ways to Get Free Money: Legit $500+ Inside!

Is there really such thing as free money? Well, it depends on what you consider "free." Money is almost always an exchange for value. But over the p…

Total Compensation and RSU Dashboard 2025

Total Compensation and RSU Dashboard 2025

My mission with this newsletter is to empower fellow tech workers with the optionality of time that reaching financial independence brings.

Is It Possible to Protect Your Property From Wildfires? Here Are Measures You Can Take

Is It Possible to Protect Your Property From Wildfires? Here Are Measures You Can Take

If anything has been learned from the LA wildfires, the answer posed in the title is, yes, it is possible to protect your property against wildfires.…

The Housing Markets Where Demand is Heating Up Big-Time

The Housing Markets Where Demand is Heating Up Big-Time

Active inventory has been increasing since 2022. In fact, according to Realtor.com, November 2024 saw the highest amount of residential inventory on …

Equifax Fined $15M Over Credit Errors And Dispute Handling

Equifax Fined $15M Over Credit Errors And Dispute Handling

CFPB orders Equifax to pay $15M penalty for mishandling consumer disputes. Learn about new requirements and how this affects your credit. The post Eq…

Cash App Ordered To Pay $175M Over Fraud Concerns

Cash App Ordered To Pay $175M Over Fraud Concerns

Cash App is set to pay $175M and improve fraud protections after CFPB found weak security and flawed dispute investigations. The post Cash App Ordere…