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Why I Designed My Life Working Part-Time 931 Miles from Home
I live in Cleveland. I work in South Dakota. I travel all the time. Here's how and why I've planned my work life to be so far from home. The post Wh…
Interest Accrual Mistakes In SAVE Plan: A Growing Concern
Borrowers in the SAVE plan report unexpected interest charges due to servicer errors. Learn how to verify your enrollment and correct mistakes. The p…
Jobless to 25 Units in 5 Years (My Exact Strategy)
You DON’T need a huge network, online presence, or social media following to invest in real estate. This small-town investor got started the old-fash…
Ask HTM: Early Retirement Target Date Funds, Frugal Personal Hygiene, & Coercive House Painting – E…
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…
Rich Banks of Mom & Dad Are Everywhere—Accept It and Adapt
If you are a parent, your mission is clear: develop into a rich Bank of Mom & Dad to save your children. If you don’t have wealthy parents yours…
Balancing Retirement and College Savings
Here's how you should think about making sure you fund your retirement while also potentially saving for your kids' college education. The post Bala…
The Deal-Making Strategy Hiding in Plain Sight
In this edition: Turn small talk into deal flow, learn the power of tuck-ins, and break down 3 real Main Street deals. The post The Deal-Making Strat…
Leaving His Job at 36 to Give Back, NOT Get Rich During FI
For many of us, FI (financial independence) isn’t just about having the biggest bank account. Growing wealth is one thing, but getting rich isn’t the…
529 Day Offers Bonuses To Start Saving For College
Key PointsMay 29 is recognized nationally as “529 Day,” with states and financial institutions offering bonuses, giveaways, and events to…
SAVE Student Loan Plan Timeline Estimates: What To Expect
Student loan borrowers stuck in SAVE face three main paths, with payments likely resuming as early as late 2025, but more likely in mid 2026. The pos…
No 401(k)? No Problem—Smart Retirement Strategies for the Self-Employed
When you’re self-employed, you gain flexibility, freedom, and control over your income—but you also lose something many full-time employees tak…
When’s the Right Time to Start Investing? (Age, Money, Lifestyle)
When is the right time to invest in real estate? We’ve all asked ourselves this, and if you’ve been thinking about buying rentals, you probably have,…
How To Change Careers: 7 Steps For A Successful Transition
The key to making a successful career change is to clarify what you actually want, use stepping stone roles to reduce risk, build experience before y…
How Much Should I Save Every Month (according to your goals)
When it comes to savings, there are no set rules—it depends on your personal goals and financial situation. But the important thing is to just get st…
How An ARM Can Save And Make You More Money On A Home
About once a month, I get an email or comment from a reader criticizing adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) as a poor financial choice. Since I’ve been …
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…
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…
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…
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 …
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…