The dream of owning a house is ingrained in many of us from an early age. We’re often told that buying a home is a fail-safe way to build wealth.
But does owning your own home truly make you a property investor?
Let me give you my take as someone who bought his first property at age 30. Since then, I bought two more rental properties. And I have a seven-figure stock portfolio.
In 1957, Yvon Chouinard, a mountain climber, began doing what many people who like to take control of their lives do: Start making money from one’s passion. Chouinard began selling climbing equipment as a way to make ends meet. He did that for almost 10 […]
So many of us carry around some baggage when it comes to money. Some folks find it rude to talk about finances, others are ashamed or uncomfortable. And then there are many folks who’re clueless because no one ever taught them how to talk about […]
Social media has warped our perspective about reality and “enjoying life.” It seems like it’s damn near impossible to live well with less money. With the constant pressure to travel, dine at trendy restaurants, drive a fancy car, and have the newest gadgets, it’s easy […]