It’s no secret that institutional investors are currently engaged in massive rent increases, but it’s normal to have fluctuations in various markets; sometimes it’s less expensive to rent and sometimes it’s less expensive to own. However, as we hear reports of the...
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The Intersection of Inflation and Hyperinflation
Our so-called “transitory” inflation woes continue, as you are undoubtedly aware. Honestly, how could anyone not be? John Burns just released an infographic showing year-over-year construction cost increases as of the third quarter 2021. So in one year, these things...
The Language of Money
The world has come a long way since the days of the short wave radio. What a notion it was to hear people speaking in other languages while tuning into radio stations from all around the world with your radio! No big deal in today's world though as we do it all the...
How having the right connections could save your life
Imagine running your own business. You’re finally on sound financial footing and have newfound liberties to maximize your return on life. This is the dream for many Americans who pursue true economic independence and security. It’s the Holy Grail of financial...
Is the World One Giant Overvalued Real Estate Bubble?
Let’s hop into the DeLorean, adjust the dials and let the flux capacitor take us back to October 2020. It wasn’t that long ago, things weren’t so different as they are now, but nonetheless, if we don’t have a sense of history, how can we gain that important context,...
Mobility Is Destiny: The New American Dream
Statista.com told us this week (as if we already didn’t know) that US inflation has hit cars, meat and lodging. Last week, Jason talked a lot about shrinkflation and lodging is a prime example of this. At many hotels right now, even luxury ones, you are getting zero...
Inflation, Shrinkflation, What’s Next?
Turn on the news, tune into the radio or open any website and you cannot help but hear the word on everybody’s lips: inflation! It is so out of control that we are even noticing increased incidences of shrinkflation (paying more but getting less product). Gas prices...
Why the “who” is more important than the how
How many times have you signed up for an online course to upgrade your skills? Since you’re on this list, I’d be willing to wager a lot. You see, people like you who want to attain financial autonomy go the extra mile to gain financial stability. That means you’ll...
Not Your Grandfather’s Mastermind Group
You’ve probably witnessed this on multiple occasions browsing social media. A big-time online business thought leader rolls out a mastermind group. The aesthetics are on point. The promises are out of this world. Through clever copy, YouTube videos, or snazzy graphics...
Why Massive Inflation is Still a Threat to Rich Countries
Some countries are privileged to have stable currencies. As the reserve currency of the world, the U.S. dollar has enjoyed an enviable position that most countries would die to have. Except for the 1970s stagflation scare, the U.S. has cruised along without many...