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For over half my life, I’ve been involved in the real estate industry as both an investor and a landlord. When it comes to home improvement, I’ve learned a great deal about what works and ...
See three dreamy real estate listings of homes in Puerto Rico for a wonderful retirement....
I'm turning 61 soon and my 401k haa been 100% in stocks. I'm doing ok and I'm thinking in 4 years I might retire or go part time at a fun job like Home Depot. So I've been thinking and advised to star...
Housing accounts for more than a third of many seniors’ spending. Here’s how to save....
In this Financial Samurai podcast episode, I speak to Ben Miller, co-founder and CEO ofFundriseabout his outlook for residential commercial real estate in 2025. Despite high mortgage rates, he's taken...
Much of what I’ve been writing about lately are the dire prospects for elder care when the oldest baby boomers begin reaching their late 80s within a decade. The challenges we will face are exac...
When it comes to buying or selling a home, the inspection process can make or break the deal. It’s the moment where hidden flaws come to light, turning what seemed like a dream home into a poten...
My financial manager says I don’t have enough invested to last me the rest of my (projected) lifespan unless I add a hefty six-figure amount sometime in the next 5–10 years. Fair enough. I...
Tribal systems don't always align with federal and state laws when it comes to land ownership, inheritance and what constitutes an asset....
With interest rates still stubbornly high and home prices elevated, here’s how a retiree living on a fixed income can land a decent mortgage....
The U.S. is approaching a big demographic shift, and it’s already starting to reshape how people think about living as they grow older....
Empower research shows that more than half of Americans equate home ownership to financial success, but the surge in home prices may be pushing the dream out of reach for some....
If you’re a couple in your late 50s and trying to maximize your nest egg…even if you had $1 million or more to afford a second home (let’s say near a beach or some other very desira...
Learn how climate disasters could impact your retirement and take steps now to protect your health and wealth from possible negative impacts. The post Climate Disasters: How to Protect Your Money, Hom...
If you're wondering what moves to make with a new president moving into the White House, you're being dangerously shortsighted. Here's what to do instead....
One of my goals for 2025 is to simplify life by selling a rental property. A key decision in this process is whether to hire a top-tier real estate agent, who charges a higher commission, or opt for a...
These tips can help you avoid common trouble spots and create a more effective plan....
Whatever your circumstances, you can take these steps to build an estate plan that benefits both you and your loved ones....
I'm wondering if there are things that you guys added or changed about your home to make it more FUN since, for most, you have more time in your home upon retiring. Met somebody who put in a shufflebo...
Buying a home is one of the most exciting decisions you’ll ever make, right? It’s also one of the most expensive, if not the most expensive. Many people spend months planning their budgets...
Thinking of retiring in Puerto Rico? Beach-loving retirees can look to the Caribbean for a scenic and sunny U.S. island to call their new home....
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With 2024 almost done, I'd like to share my year in review. For the vast majority of investors, this was a banner year, with the S&P 500 up ~24% and real estate prices in most of the country conti...
Make sure your family’s property assets are stewarded from one generation to the next...
As we wrap up 2024, it’s time to focus on personal finance tips for 2025. Make getting your financial house in order your main 2025 resolution. Not only is it possible, but it is also something ...
Were any of you a stay a home (SAH) parent or was your spouse? If so, what defined 'retirement'? Age, kids launching, collecting SS, spouse retiring, ...? I have only one friend who was FULLY a SAHM (...
Welcome to this week’s edition of the Sunday Best! From public housing policies to landlord involvement and nostalgic trading, we ... Read more...
I read a lot about retirees and their choice of home size, location, health care, etc. However, one of the most important aspects is maintaining independence. We have two children; one lives 30 minute...
I'm 62 (will be 63 on the 1st) and I have worked for the same company the last 22 years. When I started there I felt waaay behind on retirement saving and had just bought my house so had a 30 year mor...
Greetings all, I’m curious to hear everyone’s thoughts on the following. My wife and I are still several years away from retirement, her about 5 and 10 myself. Even though the ‘big d...
Did you know that nearly 70% of retirees’ net worth is tied up in their home equity? Yet many never consider leveraging it to secure a worry-free retirement. This week…...
Author and executor advisor David Edey shares how to prepare your estate and your executor to leave a legacy behind instead of a mess....
Reviewing your estate plan is an important part of the year-end review sessions that we hold at Keen Wealth. At least annually, folks should make sure that their plan is still in sync with how they wa...
Will the TCJA Estate and Gift Tax Provisions Really Sunset?...
Here’s how to come up with the cash to buy a property in another country....
While I am not a big traveler, my spouse is looking forward to taking some longer trips upon retirement. Not years abroad. But maybe a month rather than our now 10 day limit of travel. Right now, one ...
I recently was asked an interesting question. What is the most impactful financial advice I’ve given since I started working as a financial planner? Financial advice is often synonymous with inv...
We can learn a lot from John Dutton's estate planning mistakes. Here are just a few that relate to families in general and family businesses in particular....
Real estate is inherently local, with property values closely tied to the economic drivers and characteristics of specific regions. While understanding the national housing price forecast for 2025 pro...
If you are reading this, you probably need an estate plan. If you have children, live in states like California, you owe it to your family to have an estate plan that includes a revocable trust. One o...
Today, we tackle a question from Patrick about the nuances of capital gains taxes on the sale of a primary residence. We break down how community property laws can impact your tax liability, the role ...
Now that I’ve shared the 2025 S&P 500 target price forecast, let’s dive into housing price forecasts for 2025. The outlook from housing analysts is positive, with expected gains rangin...
Contents from freedom 35 blog. (www.freedomthirtyfiveblog.com) Will Canadian Housing Finally Cool in 2025? The average Canadian home sells for about $700,000 today, similar to last year. (Orange line ...
I’m within a year of retirement and I’ve been watching the real estate market where I plan to go. I have about 100k equity in my current house. The market for it should be strong. My credi...
While many retirees own an IRA and a home, very few are considering how they could work together in a plan for retirement income....
Whether your blended family is newly formed or fully fledged, use these six steps to review your estate plans now and lower the risk of conflict in the future....
Tidying up your financial house before the New Year kicks off will put you in a great position to have a financially satisfying and successful 2025....
Both estate and retirement planning are important for long-term financial well-being and achieving desired legacies. While estate planning involves organizing and managing assets to ensure their effic...
My main goal* was to build an investment and cash portfolio of$1,120,000* ($1,000,000 to retire on and $120,000 to pay off the house) in1500 days**, starting from 1/1/2013 and ending in February of 20...
Now that we have a kid, naturally the next step is to buy a house, right? I mean, that’s what people tell us, anyway. Of all our friends and family members, the number of parents we know who cho...