Yes … it’s getting hot out … but there is a way to stay cool in this hot real estate market. By implementing the BRRRR strategy - BUY, RENOVATE, RENT, REFINANCE, REPEAT you can stay cool even in hot markets. Recently I was asked if we are still buying...
Article Topic: Wealth Building
Financial thoughts, tips and tricks for you to consider.
Go Ahead … Fall In Love!
You’re Not As Rich As You Think
Insure Your Lifestyle
Jul 5, 2020 | Blog, Insurance, Strategies, Wealth Building
As a Wealth Strategist the number one question I get from people approaching retirement is, “How much do I need to retire?” And far too often we are not having the “What’s my number?” discussion early enough in the financial planning process. Real Estate has...
An Investment That Can Never Decrease In Value
Jun 11, 2020 | Blog, Investments, Wealth Building
Let me just start by saying ... Nick hates insurance. As far has he is concerned ... it's a waste of money. He provides well for his family. But the idea of this extra cost, where he has absolutely no benefit doesn't sit well for him. Being 10 years older...
Quit Your Day Job
May 5, 2020 | Blog, Financial Planning, Investments, Wealth Building
I work in the financial services business with a very unique approach to wealth and retirement planning. Everyday I actively support my clients in owning income properties in order to retire earlier with greater income security. So, I gladly accepted CREW’s QUIT YOUR...
Build Real Wealth
May 5, 2020 | Featured, Investments, Retirement, Strategies, Wealth Building
Would you like to own your first rental property but don't know exactly where to start? Not sure if you can afford it? Not sure if it should be a condo, townhouse, duplex? Not sure of how to analyze the numbers? This is different ... Why would a financial...
You Don’t Know Jack
May 5, 2020 | Blog, Insurance, Retirement, Wealth Building
Jack is 45 and he just purchased $1,000,000 of Term 20 insurance. He pays $1,930 to the insurance company every year. The plan is to drop the insurance after 20 years. His family won't need it. Mortgage will be paid off. Wealth will be amassed. Children are through...
What The Wealthy Know About Life Insurance
May 5, 2020 | Blog, Insurance, Wealth Building
If you have ever thought that life insurance was something you wouldn't need after you reached a certain level of financial security, you might be interested in knowing why many wealthy individuals still carry large amounts of insurance. While life insurance is most...
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