The Financial Samurai Podcast

In this episode, I talk to my wife about what it's nice to own the nicest home we can afford five months after moving in. Although I am no happier, I do feel more satisfied.

Related post: Climbed To The Top Of The Property Ladder

Recommendations

1) Check out Fundrise, my favorite private real estate platform with over $3.3 billion under management for 500,000+ investors. With mortgage rates coming down and the stock market strong, the demand for real estate is building.

2) To invest in artificial intelligence and other private growth companies, check out the open-ended Innovation Fund. You can see what the fund invests in before you invest and how much. The investment minimum is only $10.

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Since 2009, when I began Financial Samurai, I've noticed some people are too afraid to invest or get easily shaken out whenever there is economic or stock market turbulence. Then, these investors get left behind as the economyc, stock market, real estate market, and other markets eventually recovery.

To help you overcome your fear of investing, I suggest coming up with an investment thesis. An investment thesis is your north star and will help you hold strong during difficult times.

For more details, see the post: An Investment Thesis Is The Key To Making More Money Long Term

Investing Thesis For 2024 And Beyond

1) A recovery in the real estate market as it plays catchup to the stock market. Check out Fundrise, my favorite private real estate platform with over $3.3 billion under management for 500,000+ investors.

2) A boom in artificial intelligence that will boost profits and economic growth. To invest in AI and other private growth companies, check out the open-ended Innovation Fund. You can see what the fund invests in before you invest and how much.

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After the real estate industry was found guilty of collusion by a Missouri jury, I spoke to lead trial lawyer, Mike Ketchmark about how the entire process came about.

If you're into real estate, thinking of selling or buying a home, or are curious about how lawyers get compensated, you're going to love this episode!

Related posts:

Real Estate Collusion Revealed! Misaligned Commission Incentives

Real Estate Alternative

If you're looking to invest in private growth companies, take a look at the Fundrise Innovation Fund. Roughly 35% of its investments are currently in AI-related companies, which is likely the revolutionary technology over the coming decade.

Every residential real estate investor and homeowner is richer after the National Association Of Realtors settled its price fixing lawsuit.

I know many real estate agents, realtors, and brokerages are upset with the ruling. However, the decision was decided quickly by a jury of our peers. The money that would have went into the real estate industry's pockets are now going back into the homeowners' and investors' pockets.

See:

Why Every Residential Real Estate Investor And Homeowner Is Richer

Busting The Real Estate Cartel With Attorney Mike Ketchmark

Recommendations

Check out Fundrise, my favorite private real estate platform with over $3.3 billion under management for 500,000+ investors. With mortgage rates coming down and the stock market strong, the demand for real estate is building.

Fundrise predominantly invests in residential and industrial real estate in the Sunbelt region, where valuations are lower and yields are higher. I believe there is a multi-decade demographic shift towards lower-cost areas of the country thanks to technology.

Financial Samurai is an investor in Fundrise funds and Fundrise is a long-time sponsor of Financial Samurai.

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A lot of people want to retire early, but more than 80% of Americans retire after the age of 60. Let's look at some of the details. Don't get too much FOMO about the early retirement movement. It's not the majority by any means. Read more and view charts here.