By Paula Pant
You ask. We answer.
In this week’s episode, Jay and I tackle listener-submitted questions, such as:
Investing:
What’s the deal with robo-advisors? Should I invest with one? Betterment, Wealthfront … what’s the deal with these companies? Index funds vs. rental properties — what’s better for tax breaks? […]
By Paula Pant
Most journalists only spend 30 to 60 minutes interviewing high-profile, high-powered successful CEOs.
Farnoosh Torabi is different. As the host of CNBC’s Follow the Leader, she spent up to 48 hours with some of the most influential business leaders in the nation.
She followed CEO’s into private business meetings — sometimes as many as six […]
Written By Paula Pant
Hey, I have a question for you.
You buy a rental property. Congrats. How long will it take before the property pays for itself?
“Uhhhh…. ??”
Okay. I thought so.
By the end of this article, you’ll know how to calculate this figure.
In the process, you’ll understand why the One Percent Rule matters … […]
By Paula Pant
Jeremy used to work 80-hour weeks to maintain his sprawling suburban house, car and motorcycle.
But around age 26 or 27, he took a life-changing vacation to the Philippines. He ate mangoes, laid on the beach and learned to scuba dive. By the end of the trip, he decided he wanted to retire and […]
By Paula Pant
Carrie Olsen wanted a career that gave her flexibility, independence, and the ability to work from home.
She didn’t want to stay in her 8-to-5 job forever. But she wasn’t sure what else she could do.
One day, listening to podcasts while commuting to work, Carrie heard an interview with a voiceover actor. The […]
Written By Paula Pant
Last month, I pocketed $7,461.43 from my rental properties — after expenses — and spent 5.5 hours looking after these investments. That’s $1,356 per hour.
That story is below.
But before we dive into those details, I’d like to highlight one event that made last month special.
Nope, it’s not the income.
Nope, it’s not the […]
By Paula Pant
A few years ago, J.D. Roth was overextended on a mortgage he couldn’t afford.
He was unhappy. He was overweight. And he had $35,000 in consumer debt.
Then he turned his life around. He paid off every penny of his consumer debt. He began exercising and eating healthier foods. And he detailed all of […]
Written By Paula Pant
Another month is over. Your bills have arrived.
You settle down on the couch, scanning through your statements. Sheesh. It happened. You’ve spent more money than you intended. Again.
You made a resolution. Maybe for New Year’s. Maybe on your birthday. Maybe on any random day of the year. You promised yourself that THIS […]
By Paula Pant
We’ve heard crazy stories about celebrities blowing their money.
Tabloids are FULL of tales of multi-multi-millionaire celebrities spending lavishly on private jets, nightclubs, jewelry, gambling and lavish vacations … only to declare bankruptcy when their lifestyle exceeds their means.
Today’s guest, Rob Wilson, is a financial advisor who works with superstar hip-hop artists, NFL football […]
By Paula Pant
Back by popular demand, we answer a handful of your questions — and this time, we focus the full episode on real estate investing.
(If you listen until the very end, you’ll find a special treat.)
Here are some of the questions we tackle (written by Paula):
Q: Did you fall into your real estate […]
