

#420: How I'm Investing My Money Right Now
12 snips Jun 20, 2025
Explore the surprising world of investment diversification beyond traditional rentals. Discover strategies like leveraging low-cost index funds and maintaining cash reserves for stability. Learn about innovative approaches such as seller financing and bridge loans, plus the thrill of speculative investments like Bitcoin and startup funding. This engaging discussion outlines the importance of balancing investments to safeguard your financial freedom while emphasizing real estate as the core focus. Get ready to rethink your investing strategy!
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Stocks Complement Real Estate
- Chad Carson allocates about 13% of his wealth in broad stock market equities through low-cost index funds.
- He prefers stocks and real estate as his primary asset classes for producing long-term earnings.
Balanced Global Stock Allocation
- Chad aims to keep a fixed allocation ratio of 75% U.S. stocks and 25% international stocks within his equity investments.
- This rebalancing helps maintain diversification even as domestic stocks outperform.
Keep Cash for Stability
- Maintain a healthy cash reserve as "liquid courage" to navigate real estate investment risks and economic downturns.
- Keep cash in FDIC-insured accounts or U.S. short-term treasuries to balance liquidity, safety, and potential returns.