Housing Market Outlook

My realtor who helped with buying my home a few years ago occasionally sends me newsletters on the state of the US housing market. For the most part this is marketing material looking for referrals and to keep her in mind if when I decide to sell or upgrade. But …

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How Long Will it Take To Become a Millionaire?

If you are an American, the answer is about 20 years. For Mexicans it’s over to 300 years. As you can see from the graphic below, based on a  country’s median income, America still provides the best opportunity for the average Joe to get to millionaire status within their lifetime.  The calculation for …

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Creative Ways to See Your Financial Belief System in a New Light

We, as human beings, have a set system of beliefs embedded in our personalities: political beliefs, religious beliefs, moral and ethical beliefs. These have been formed within us since childhood by our upbringing, our experiences, and our environments. It’s tough to change these beliefs, and for that reason, when you …

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