In today’s ever-evolving U.S. rental property market, staying ahead means understanding the pulse of current trends. From fluctuating inventory levels to shifting interest rates, this guide blends timeless investment strategies with a keen eye on today’s market dynamics. Step 1: Hunting in a Changing Market The quest for the right property begins with a clear…
Choosing the perfect Mexican beach getaway can be tough (Cancun, Cabo, or Puerto Vallarta…the struggle is real!). After much deliberation, I landed on Puerto Vallarta – and I’m SO glad I did. Get ready for the charm of Zona Romantica, thrilling adventures, and everything in between. Where to Stay: Itinerary Highlights (With Descriptions): Arriving Like…
Oh Oahu, one of the most beautiful Hawaiian Islands. Below are maps for orientation purposes. For ideas on what to do, here is our itinerary which represents 10% of the things to do on the island! Date Time Activity 5/28 Friday 6:15pm Tiki’s Grill & Bar 5/28 Friday 8pm Hawaiian Brian’s | HB Social Club…
You cannot go wrong with choosing Puerto Rico as your next destination for vacation or residence! This is an amazing island with something for everyone. This article resulted from our recent seven day visit. Sidenote – if you plan to visit during COVID times, consider these: Protocols: https://travelsafe.pr.gov/ Testing: Click here (within 48 hours) https://www.discoverpuertorico.com/info/travel-advisory…
Disclaimer! I grew up in Jamaica and didn’t do the typical tourist activities on this specific trip, but will share some of the top things to do there so all visitors can be served. Here are my personally approved list of things that you’re guaranteed to enjoy. https://www.roadaffair.com/things-to-do-in-jamaica/ We ate Tim :/ … We didn’t…
The market will crash. The market will go up. Although we don’t know when, we can definitely prepare. Risk is defined differently for different investors. For instance, volatility is a risk for short term investors, companies with weak fundamentals is a risk for long term investors. Several stargerties are discussed below. Portfolio Risk Management Below…
If a life long friend ask you to help them out by co-driving from Los Angeles to Boston, or any long trip for that matter, please do not hesitate to take on the adventure. Life is too short to turn down opportunities like this — opportunities where you learn so much in four days! This…
Are you ready to make the potentially biggest financial leap of your life? Buying your first home can be daunting, but there is no need to fear. Below are the key steps you need to consider as well as some tips and recommendations. Decide whether now is a good time FOR YOU On one hand,…
M1 Finance allows you to utilize long-term focused investment management. To ensure the proper investments are selected and intelligently allocated, I export my holdings, using excel and google spreadsheet to analyze each holdings. Below are the steps. Locate the “Holdings Page” 2. Filter Useful Information From the holdings page, I drag the holdings (the entire…
Talk about an unplanned trip — the itinerary is not even worth sharing, but the experience is – because it was one of our top 5 trips. The regions, sites, and attractions we aimed to visit can be found in this Map Link. We developed an initial itinerary and then ended up using google maps…
Venice, Florence, Tuscany, Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa, Rome, Pompeii, and Amalfi Coast! Best trip ever? Yes… Italy is one of the places where seriously considered not returning home… It was picturesque, memorable, and just overall extraordinary! Here is the not too detailed itinerary. To get around we used downloaded offline map since we refused to…
Want to calm your nerves and re-collaborate your perspective? Take a trip to the Caribbean! There are many places that will do just that – but for this trip we choose to visit a few places (in our typical, random, complex trip). As traveling engineers, you know we have to build out an itinerary! As…
What is M1 Finance? M1 Finance (“M1”) is an investment brokerage that is known primarily for helping investors implement asset allocation strategies through investment “pies”. Like brokerages such as Webull and Robinhood, M1 offers free trading which seems to capture the attention of many traders, including myself. Feel free to find out more details on…
Despite a few uncertain moments, this trip was absolutely worth it and truly amazing. Since relocating from Jamaica to California, moving from the Bay Area to Los Angeles, this excursion to Mexico marked my first venture abroad, all thanks to a spontaneous decision spurred by an attractively low-priced last-minute ticket. Day 1: Exploring the Unknown…
Our trip to Panama was a whirlwind of adventure, culture, and unexpected delights. From salsa nights in the bustling city to serene island escapes and a joyous wedding celebration, every moment was a chapter in a story we’ll always cherish. Here’s a glimpse into our Panamanian escapade! Salsa and City Lights: Arriving in Panama Day…