personal-finance • 1/10/2024
Roth vs. Traditional 401(k): The Tax Equation
Should you pay taxes now or later? We break down the math to help you decide which retirement vehicle fits your career trajectory.
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global-economy • 1/5/2024
The Dollar Milkshake Theory Explained
Brent Johnson's controversial theory predicts a massive spike in the US Dollar value before a sovereign debt crisis. Here is why it matters.
real-estate • 12/28/2023
Commercial Real Estate: The Next Crisis?
With remote work becoming permanent for many, office vacancy rates are skyrocketing. What does this mean for REITs and regional banks?
real-estate • 12/20/2023
House Hacking: Living for Free?
A strategy where you buy a multi-unit property, live in one unit, and rent out the others to cover your mortgage.
cryptocurrency • 12/15/2023
Understanding DeFi: Being Your Own Bank
Decentralized Finance removes the middleman from lending, borrowing, and trading. The risks and rewards of the new financial frontier.
cryptocurrency • 12/10/2023
Bitcoin Halving 2024: What You Need to Know
Every four years, the block reward for Bitcoin miners is cut in half. Historically, this supply shock has led to bull markets.
global-economy • 12/5/2023
The Rise of the BRICS Currency: Fact or Fiction?
De-dollarization is the buzzword of the year. Can a coalition of emerging markets truly challenge the US Dollar's hegemony?
global-economy • 12/1/2023
Inflation Watch: Are Central Banks Winning?
CPI data shows cooling prices, but the 'last mile' to the 2% target might be the hardest. An analysis of global monetary policy.
personal-finance • 11/25/2023
Zero-Based Budgeting: Does it Work?
Made famous by Dave Ramsey, this budgeting method assigns every single dollar a job. Is it too restrictive or the key to freedom?
personal-finance • 11/20/2023
The Ultimate Guide to Credit Scores in 2024
FICO vs. VantageScore, hard inquiries vs. soft pulls. We demystify the algorithm that determines your financial borrowing power.
personal-finance • 11/12/2023
5 Money Habits Keeping You From Wealth
It's not just about how much you earn, but how you spend. Identifying the 'latte factor' and other silent budget killers.
investing • 11/5/2023
ETF vs. Mutual Funds: Which is Right for Your IRA?
Understanding the tax implications, expense ratios, and trading flexibility of Exchange Traded Funds compared to traditional Mutual Funds.
investing • 10/28/2023
Compound Interest: The Eighth Wonder of the World
Albert Einstein reportedly called it the eighth wonder of the world. Here is how starting just five years earlier can double your net worth.
investing • 10/20/2023
The 60/40 Portfolio is Dead: Here's What's Replacing It
For decades, the 60/40 split between stocks and bonds was the gold standard. In today's high-interest environment, modern investors are turning to alternatives.