Posts by Jeff Rose, CFP®:
Braces vs. Invisalign: Did I Really Spend $16,000+ on My Kid’s Teeth?
Jeff Rose, CFP® |
Once upon a time, I found out my wife had braces when she was really young. Since she has such a beautiful smile, that made a ton of sense. However, this whole situation made me wonder how much braces might cost if all four of our kids wound up needing orthodontic care. When we had this conversation, I initially joked …
READ MOREHow to Invest in Real Estate With No Money
Jeff Rose, CFP® |
I’ve been investing with Fundrise since 2018. Disclosure: when you sign up with my link, I earn a commission. All opinions are my own. Is it possible to invest in real estate with no money? If you watch “how-to-get-rich-in-real-estate infomercials” on TV and the Internet, everyone and their dog seems to be getting rich doing just that – but can …
READ MORE12 Best Paying Jobs in Finance in 2024
Jeff Rose, CFP® |
Job security is always a concern when choosing a career, but some fields are more recession-proof than others. And while there’s no guarantee that any job will be immune to cutbacks or layoffs, some industries weather economic storms better than others. One industry that tends to be recession-resistant is finance. After all, people will always need financial services, whether investing …
READ MORE16 Smart Ways to Invest $15,000 for the Long Haul
Jeff Rose, CFP® |
If you have $15,000 stashed away, you’ll want to put that money to work. If you don’t, inflation can quickly eat away at your nest egg. Plus, the current rise in interest rates has made it worthwhile to have some money in savings accounts again. But where should you invest your $15,000? That depends on when you’ll need the money, …
READ MOREIs M1 Finance Safe? (Legit Place to Invest Your Money)
Jeff Rose, CFP® |
M1 Finance is an investment app that offers a wide range of financial products and services, including a Robo-advisor investment platform where you can buy ETF and stock portfolios, retirement accounts, and portfolio analysis tools – you can even open a checking or high-yield savings account with M1 Finance. M1 Finance may be a popular investment platform, but does that …
READ MOREBest Homeowners Insurance Companies of 2024
Jeff Rose, CFP® |
The best home insurance companies offer high-quality coverage that protects against damage to your home’s structure and your property, whether it is caused by lightning, winds, fire, or other covered perils. Homeowners’ insurance also comes with important liability coverage that can save you financially if someone is injured on your property and decides to sue you for damages. That said, …
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