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How Grandparents Can Save For College
Grandparents can save for college with a 529, UGMA, or Coverdell ESA. See which option is best for financial aid and estate planning. The post How Gr…
I Hadn’t Shopped for Insurance in Decades — Could I Have Been Saving Thousands Every Year?
I hadn't shopped around for insurance in decades, so I took some time and went through Farmers Insurance Choice to see if I could save money. The pos…
Five Marketing Strategies Investors Should Use in 2025
In the rapidly evolving landscape of real estate investing, staying ahead requires adopting innovative marketing strategies that resonate with modern…
Financial Freedom in 11 Years Thanks to This “Perfect” Rental Strategy
Imagine getting paid to buy rental properties. Well, it’s more than possible, and today’s investor proves it. After spending months looking for the “…
Creating $3,000/Month Cash Flow Just by Pivoting to THIS Investing Strategy
Are you stuck with a problematic property? What if you could create thousands of dollars in monthly cash flow just by pivoting to the right investing…
How To Save $10,000 in a Year
Do you want to learn how to save $10,000 in a year? Saving $10,000 in a year might sound hard, but it’s a goal you may be able to reach with so…
Why ‘Buy the Cheapest Home in a Nice Neighborhood’ Could Be Horrible Advice
Buying a cheap home in a nice neighborhood sounds smart, frugal, and wise, right? In reality, it might be a terrible decision for you. The post Why …
High School Grad Advice: Avoid Debt, Win At Money
Here are our favorite financial tips and high school grad advice for the person that wants to be in the 1% as fast as possible. The post High School …
Retirement Income Strategies — And Here’s Our Plan for When We FIRE
What's the point of all these income strategies in retirement? Let’s look at the risks and benefits of some and why you might consider them. The post…
The Overlooked “Upside” That Will Make Future Landlords Rich
Your rental properties are about to make even more money. There’s one often overlooked real estate investing “upside” that, over time, makes rental p…
Lost Your Job? Here Are 9 Immediate Next Steps to Bounce Back Faster
Losing a job, especially when you’ve always thought of it as “secure” (like a government job), can feel like a real sucker punch to the gut. My heart…
Swensen Portfolio (A Diversified Strategy for Smart Investors)
The Swensen Portfolio uses six asset classes to create a diversified, low-maintenance investment strategy. Designed for long-term growth, it minimize…
Ask Matt & Joel: I’m saving up for a new car. Where should I keep the money?
This question was posted in our HTM Facebook group, from Alex… “I want to start saving for a car purchase I will make in the next 3 – 4 years. …
IRA vs CD Comparison (Which One Fits Your Financial Goals?)
IRAs are designed for long-term retirement savings with tax advantages, while CDs offer safe, guaranteed returns for shorter periods. Choosing the ri…
Getting Rich vs. Building Wealth
People use the terms getting rich vs building wealth interchangeably, but they can actually imply very different things The post Getting Rich vs. Bui…
How to Become a Millionaire – 5 Practical Steps
Here are the practical steps, habits to form, and mindset you'll need to adopt for how to become a millionaire. The post How to Become a Millionaire …
Tail Coverage, Whole Life, and Other Insurance Questions
Answering reading questions about tail insurance coverage, annuities and whole life insurance and why you should avoid these products, and the implic…
BRRRR for Beginners: How to Build Massive Wealth with This “Dead” Strategy
The BRRRR strategy is arguably the fastest way to build wealth with real estate. Just ask Leka Devatha, a Seattle-based investor. She’s got ONE BRRRR…
The Tax-Free Retirement Strategy 95% of Americans Don’t Know About
The wealthy are using one unique retirement account to build their fortunes tax-free. You may have never heard of it, but knowing about it can change…
Best High-Yield Savings Accounts In March 2025
We break down the best high yield savings accounts for 2025 so that you can earn the highest interest on your money easily. The post Best High-Yield …