Category: Real Estate
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Inputs vs Outputs
In the realm of financial investments, it’s imperative to recognize that while we cannot always fully control the output of our investments, we have a significant influence over the inputs. These inputs can range from saving for a home, investing in a second property, allocating funds towards an Index Fund, or even exploring opportunities within…
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The 1% Real Estate Rule
When it comes to real estate investing, the 1% rule is a commonly referenced guideline to help investors evaluate potential properties. The rule suggests that a good real estate investment is when the monthly rent income is at least 1% of the purchase price of the property. For instance, if a house costs $200,000, it…
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Open Doors in 2024
It’s time to seek the Lord’s guidance for our financial journey in 2024. Which financial door is God opening for you? What are your financial goals? My goal is to become more knowledgeable about the stock market and to learn about technical analysis. Whether your goals are big or small, having a well-thought-out plan is…
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Get in the Game!
Real estate has seen tremendous gains these past few years. The stock market has also been on a tear during 2023. Hopefully you haven’t been on the sidelines. Sometimes, it’s easy to get comfortable watching from the stands, thinking that investing in financial markets or exploring new ventures is not our domain. However, there is…
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Pros and Cons of Real Estate Investments
Several years ago, I took a deep dive into real estate investing and I was immediately captivated by this investment strategy. The first thing I liked about it was that banks are willing to loan 80% of the value of the property and then the tenant pays 100% of the payment. Now of course, there…
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Cost of Living Reality
Choosing where to lay down your roots is a journey that transcends mere geography; it’s a financial saga that can shape the rest of your life. Where you may have grown up may not be the place you raise your own family. Times change, and the economics of a given region may not be sustainable…
Faith, Finance & Fatherhood 