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Apr 25, 2022 • 19min
Follow A Dynamic Safe Withdrawal Rate In Retirement
If you want to have a better retirement, feel less stressed, and be happier, follow a dynamic safe withdrawal rate. Posts mentioned: https://www.financialsamurai.com/dynamic-safe-withdrawal-rate-in-retirement/ https://www.financialsamurai.com/withdrawal-rate-in-retirement-bear-market/ https://www.financialsamurai.com/the-negatives-of-early-retirement-life-nobody-likes-to-talks-about/

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Apr 18, 2022 • 17min
How Millionaires Pay Zero Federal Income Taxes
Have you ever wondered how some millionaires and multi-millionaires can pay zero federal income taxes? You'll find out how in this post. Posts referenced: https://www.financialsamurai.com/how-to-feel-less-guilty-about-paying-no-federal-income-taxes/ https://www.financialsamurai.com/how-to-pay-little-to-no-taxes-for-the-rest-of-your-life/

Apr 5, 2022 • 16min
The Benefits Of Investing In Private Funds Like Venture Capital, Venture Debt, Private Equity, Real Estate
Here are 8 reasons why you may want to invest in private funds. There are a couple reasons that nobody really talks about or thinks about that could make you a lot more money than you think. Linked post: Why Invest In Private Funds Despite High Fees

Mar 17, 2022 • 20min
How A New Fed Rate-Hike Cycle Impacts Stocks And Your Wallet
The Fed has finally started to raise rates for the first time since December, 2018. Let's look at how stocks have performed during previous rate hike cycles and how higher Fed Funds Rates will impact borrowing costs across different sectors. Posts with graphs mentioned: Stock Market Performance During Previous Rate-Hike Cycles Fed Rate Hikes Won't Significantly Impact Borrowing Costs For an easy way to invest in real estate, a top-performing sector in a rising interest rate environment, check out Fundrise. Fundrise invests in single-family and multi-family rentals across the Sunbelt.

Mar 8, 2022 • 12min
4 Signs A Recession Is Imminent And What To Do About It
Unfortunately, there's a high likelihood a recession will arrive in the U.S. over the next 12 months. Let me share four reasons why and what to do about it. Also, a discusson between a bear market and a recession. Post Mention: Recession Indicator Charts

Feb 26, 2022 • 15min
5 Financial Observations Since The Start Of The Russian Invasion Of Ukraine
As a student of finance, here are five important financial observations I observed since Russia started a war with Ukraine. Knowing these five things might protect your finances and your livelihood in the future. Posts mentioned: Financial Observations Since The Start Of The War Financial SEER: How To Quantify Your Risk Tolerance

Feb 16, 2022 • 7min
Three Reasons Why I'm Not Worried About Inflation
Inflation hit a 40-year high at 7.5% recently. There also seems to be a lot of panic and misguided fears. Here are 3 reasons why inflation will fade by the end of the year and to not worry. Post mentioned: How To Hedge Your Bets After You've Made A Mistake

Jan 20, 2022 • 18min
Capital Preservation And The Right Contribution Order
With 2022 off to a rocky start, I thought it would be good to discuss about capital preservation investments and the right contribution order between your investment accounts. The Right Contribution Order Capital Preservation Investments

Jan 3, 2022 • 12min
2022 Stock Market Forecast From FS And Wall Street
Here is my 2022 stock market forecast and the reasons why. It's going to be a much tougher year to make money in the stock market, which is why I recommend allocating capital to other risk assets for greater risk-adjust returns. Posts mentioned: 2022 Stock Market Forecast Why Real Estate Is Preferred Investment Returns vs. Active Income

Dec 30, 2021 • 21min
2022 Housing Market Forecast: The Boom Continues
Here is my 2022 housing market forecast where I predict how much the median home price will increase, the 11 reasons why I think they will, and the areas of the country with the most opportunity. Enjoy! Select posts mentioned: 2022 Housing Market Forecast (see the charts) Foreigns Are Coming To Buy Up Our Homes It's Time To Focus On Big City Living Again