How to Invest In Real Estate
Investment property can be a very effective way to generate wealth. And when mortgage rates are low, people become very interested in learning how to invest in real estate. Buying investment property involves three phases:
- Goal setting (rental income, buy and hold, fast flip, etc.)
- Choosing the right property or properties
- Determining how you’ll pay for your investment
Your goal determines what type of property you’ll seek and how you’ll pay for it.
Asset Allocation: How Should You Allocate Your Assets?
Asset allocation is the process of deciding which financial instruments (stocks, fixed income, cash, real estate) you should invest in, how much risk you should assume (conservative to very aggressive), and how much money you should invest in each asset class. It is the most powerful strategy to build a top-performing investment portfolio.
APR vs. APY: What’s the Difference?
Confused by terms like “APR” and “APY”? It’s not just alphabet soup – the difference could make or cost you money. See how to use APR and APY when shopping for things like savings accounts and personal loans.
Best Way to Contribute to Your 401(k) for Tax Year 2025
Want to pay less in taxes and have more money at retirement? Read up on how 401(k) contribution limits for 2024 affect you.
Guide to REITs: A New Way to Invest in Real Estate
Interested to invest in real estate? REITs can provide an efficient way for ordinary investors to invest in residential and commercial real estate, but it helps to know how they work and what questions to ask before you invest.
Retirement Savings By Age: How Much You Should Have at 25, 30, 40, 50 and 65
Most Americans are behind on retirement saving. Are you? Use these benchmarks to know where your retirement savings should stand at different ages.
Alternatives to Early 401(k) Withdrawal
Thinking of taking money out of your 401(k) early? Make sure you understand the costs involved and some other possible alternatives.
Are You on Track for Retirement? 5 Ways to Make Sure You Can Retire on Time
What would happen if your retirement planning assumptions turned out to be off base? See some examples of how to prepare for the unexpected by stress testing your retirement plan.
What Types of Investment Risk Are There?
Are you protected against all forms of investment risk? Learn about 12 kinds of investment risk and what you can do to protect against them.
Why Net Worth Is Overrated
Is your net worth the best reflection of your financial status? See how a variety of other factors play into how sustainable your wealth is.