Category: Blog
I am a CPA Candidate sharing my experience building my portfolio while in my 20s. During this process of sharing information online I hope to increase free financial literacy access for all.
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Portfolio Update: January 1st, 2025
Happy New Year everyone! Before 2024 ended, I made some changes to my portfolio to position myself for long term tax savings by maxing out contributions to my IRA & HSA accounts. I am really happy for how 2024 went and I am looking forward to what 2025 has in store. Portfolio Allocation: Cash &…
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Portfolio Literacy in 2025: The Next Chapter
As we step into 2025, I’m excited to share the evolving direction of Portfolio Literacy. This past year has been about laying the foundation—building tools like the Future Value of Investments Calculator, exploring portfolio risks every investor faces, and discussing the fundamentals of financial literacy. Now, it’s time to take things a step further. In…
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The 2025 Portfolio Outlook by Portfolio Literacy
As we close the chapter on 2024 and enter 2025, I want to share thoughts for the upcoming year when it comes to 2025 portfolio positioning through various asset classes. We will look at each asset class and elaborate on how you may want to position your portfolio and how I plan to allocate in…
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5 Investments that Will Provide a Real Return
In today’s financial landscape, finding reliable investments that offer a real return can be challenging. With inflation impacting the purchasing power of your money, it’s essential to focus on assets that can outpace rising costs. Real return refers to the actual gain on an investment after accounting for taxes and inflation. Investors seek opportunities that…
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Roth vs. Traditional IRA: Which is Right for Your Portfolio
When it comes to retirement planning, IRAs (Individual Retirement Accounts) are some of the most powerful tools at your disposal. But not all IRAs are created equal. The choice between a Roth IRA and a Traditional IRA isn’t just a financial decision—it’s a bet on your future circumstances, tax bracket, and retirement strategy. In this…
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Do I Bonds Fit Into Your Portfolio in 2025?
Assessing the role of I Bonds in your investment portfolio in 2025 is a significant consideration, particularly in an uncertain future when it comes to inflation. These bonds are specifically designed to protect against inflation, which may be a critical factor given the fluctuating rates experienced in recent years. As low-risk investments backed by the…
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How to Reduce Inflation Risk in Your Portfolio
To safeguard your investments, understanding how inflation can impact your portfolio is crucial. Inflation risk can erode your purchasing power over time, affecting your long-term financial goals. By implementing strategies that account for inflation, you can protect your investment portfolio and maintain your wealth over time. Adjusting your approach involves being mindful of economic growth…
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How to Use Your Free Time to Get Your First $100K Invested
Balancing your 9 to 5 job with building your financial future may seem challenging, but it’s entirely possible when you use your free time wisely. Your evenings and weekends are valuable opportunities to make substantial progress toward your first $100K invested. Focusing these precious hours on side hustles, learning about investing, and gradually increasing your…
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Building an Aggressive Portfolio in Your 20s
Building an aggressive portfolio in your 20s can be a powerful strategy to increase your wealth over time. At this age, you’re in a great position to take on more risk, as you have plenty of time to recover from potential downturns. An aggressive portfolio, usually weighted heavily toward stocks and other risky assets that…
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Portfolio Update: November 15th, 2024
This portfolio update is a little later than anticipated just because so much has been happening the last few weeks. I know everyone who is invested in US public markets has done well in recent weeks, myself included. Remember, everyone is a genius in a bull market. I remember after a previous +100% return investment…