Rich Habits Podcast

Q&A: Going Broke Paying For College, Outsmarting Term-Life Insurance & Living Abroad

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Sep 4, 2025
Discover the significance of consistent credit management and the benefits of financial responsibility. Get insights on investing for financial independence while juggling retirement savings and real estate. Learn how to balance life insurance with investments for long-term security. The hosts share practical strategies for navigating education costs and building credit wisely, making it essential listening for anyone looking to enhance their financial game.
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Protect Retirement When Buying Rentals

  • Do build a separate down-payment fund for rental properties and avoid depleting retirement accounts.
  • Define a buy box and stick to it so real estate doesn’t destroy your liquidity or retirement progress.
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Eliminate High-Interest Debt First

  • Do pay off high-interest credit card debt immediately and rebuild an emergency fund.
  • Continue maxing Roth IRA contributions and invest any surplus toward a down payment for property instead of stopping retirement contributions.
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Run Numbers Before Buying Today

  • Run full cash-flow and opportunity-cost math before buying a median-priced rental today.
  • Consider alternative passive real-estate exposures (REITs, funds) if direct ownership ties up too much capital.
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