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Top Secrets of Wildly Successful Real Estate Investors

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In my opinion, there are six secrets that characterize wildly successful real estate investors. If you’re going to get into the real estate game, it’d be worth reviewing these critical traits.

It truly is the secret to success.

If you embody these critical traits, then by all means, dive into real estate investing headfirst.

The truth is, more millionaires will be created from the current recession than were created in the past DECADE—and maybe longer. [Read more…] about Top Secrets of Wildly Successful Real Estate Investors

How to Buy Bitcoin on Coinbase in 2021

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Bitcoin is and always has been a big deal. But, how do you buy bitcoin on Coinbase or other crypto exchanges if you’ve never done it before?

At the time of writing this article, the value of single bitcoin is equal to $36,752.60.

While the coronavirus pandemic sent the price of Bitcoin skyrocketing, it is now down over 40%  from its April 13th high of 63,588. [Read more…] about How to Buy Bitcoin on Coinbase in 2021

ETF vs. Index Fund: The Difference Between ETF and Index Fund in Detail

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Over 50% of Americans now own stock, which is a big jump up from 50 years ago. ETFs and index funds make investing more accessible to the average person than ever before.

But what are these things exactly, and how can you use them?

When you start investing, you need to understand the difference between ETF and index fund investing. Here’s exactly what each of them is, why it matters, and how you can start investing today. [Read more…] about ETF vs. Index Fund: The Difference Between ETF and Index Fund in Detail

Budgeting 101: 7 Budgeting Skills Everyone Should Have

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While budgeting skills will be key to getting through financial losses caused by the Coronavirus pandemic, thirty-three percent of Americans admit that they have no budget whatsoever. Of those under the age of 22, only 50% use a budget at all.

Additionally, if we were to look at that figure more critically, we could ask what people even count as a budget.

Is it loosely keeping track of money? Is it having a set amount of money to spend each month or week and trying not to go over? Instead of going into definitions, let’s talk actionable budgeting skills you can implement today. [Read more…] about Budgeting 101: 7 Budgeting Skills Everyone Should Have

How to File for Unemployment Benefits During COVID-19

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With Coronavirus induced lockdowns, closures and quarantines sweeping the globe, millions of people are suddenly trying to navigate the murky path of how to file for unemployment benefits. If this is you, you’re in good company.

Approximately 30 million people have filed for unemployment benefits since the Coronavirus lockdowns struck in March 2020. That is more than three times as many as the 8.7 million people who sought unemployment benefits during the entire Great Recession. Even when adjusting for population growth, the numbers are extremely concerning.

The record number of unemployment claims is due to companies having to shut down in the wake to the COVID-19 pandemic. If you’ve suddenly found yourself unemployed or furloughed, the entire process can be confusing and you might not know how to file for unemployment.

Here’s a deep dive into how to file for unemployment and other pertinent facts surrounding the benefits you should know about. [Read more…] about How to File for Unemployment Benefits During COVID-19