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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 $100K invested. Focusing these precious hours on side hustles, learning about investing, and gradually increasing your…
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Building an Aggressive Portfolio in Your 20s
Building an aggressive portfolio in your 20s can be a powerful strategy to increase your wealth over time. At this age, you’re in a great position to take on more risk, as you have plenty of time to recover from potential downturns. An aggressive portfolio, usually weighted heavily toward stocks and other risky assets that…
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Portfolio Update: November 15th, 2024
This portfolio update is a little later than anticipated just because so much has been happening the last few weeks. I know everyone who is invested in US public markets has done well in recent weeks, myself included. Remember, everyone is a genius in a bull market. I remember after a previous +100% return investment…
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5 Ways to Simplify Your Finances to Have Peace of Mind
Managing your finances doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Here are 5 ways you can simplify your finances so you gain control and clarity, which can significantly reduce stress. Streamlining your finances not only enhances your peace of mind but also improves your overall quality of life. In a rapidly changing economic world, adopting simpler financial…
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Dividend Portfolio: 20 Year Dividend Income Calculator
20 Year Dividend Income Calculator 20 Year Dividend Income Calculator Principal Investment ($): Average Dividend Yield (%): Average Dividend Growth Rate (%): Reinvest Dividends Calculate Year Starting Investment ($) Dividend ($) How the Dividend Income Calculator Works Our Dividend Income Calculator is a powerful tool designed to help investors project their future dividends over the…
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How to Structure a Portfolio of Alternative Assets (+$50M)
We previously covered JP Morgan’s analysis of family office portfolios, and they showed that on average, the wealthiest families invest 50% of their entire portfolio in alternative assets. So many aspire to build their wealth to be like these families, having tens or even hundreds of millions of dollars in assets, but wonder how they…
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Growing a 100K Boglehead Portfolio to $1M Net Worth
Growing your net worth from $100K to $1M may seem challenging, but by starting your 100K Boglehead portfolio and continually investing, you will be on the path to $1M. This investment philosophy emphasizes simplicity and a long-term perspective, making it an excellent choice for new investors. By focusing on a diversified portfolio and minimizing costs,…
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How to Diversify Your +100K Dividend Portfolio
When managing a 100K dividend portfolio, diversification is key to mitigating risks and ensuring steady growth. You want a mix of high-yield dividend stocks and reliable growth companies. By diversifying your +100K dividend portfolio, you protect your investments against market volatility while securing consistent income through dividends. This strategy requires a careful selection process to balance…
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What Is Credit Default Risk and How Can You Mitigate It In Your Portfolio?
Credit default risk is a crucial concept for anyone involved in lending or investing. It refers to the chance that a borrower won’t be able to make the required payments on their debt obligations. This failure to pay can affect the investor or lender’s financial health and decision-making process. Understanding this risk can help you…
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What Does Hurdle Rate Mean?
Understanding financial terms can be challenging, but it’s crucial for making informed investment decisions. The hurdle rate is the minimum rate of return that an investor expects to earn when deciding if an investment or project is worth pursuing, or if resources should be allocated elsewhere. For businesses, setting an accurate hurdle rate ensures that…