Apple recently revealed their new iPhone 5s and iPhone 5c. Some folks are saying the “s” stands for Same and the “c” stands for Cheap, 😆 But joking aside I think the mobile market will be one of the best places to make money in the future for those who invest today. Step 1: Research This is when… Read More »
The Student Loan Dilemma Many students are hesitant to take out student loans. Is improving your human capital through further education a good reason to take on debt? The Changing Times In 2002 there was $300 billion federal student loans outstanding in the US. Today it’s more than $900 billion. Part of this dramatic increase is due to the… Read More »
Real Estate Sales Strong Despite Higher Mortgage Rates Yesterday we just saw the yield on the 10 year US treasury climb to 2.99%, a multi-year high, and mortgage rates are starting to creep up. But houses are still being sold with unimpeded fervor in many parts of Canada 😎 The number of homes sold in Vancouver was 52%… Read More »
I didn’t buy any new stocks in August because I think the market is due for a small correction. Good thing I’m heavily invested in dividend growth stocks which tend to increase their distributions to shareholders over time despite short term fluctuations in their stock price 😀 I currently own many of this year’s Canadian Dividend Aristocrats including… Read More »
A home equity line of credit or HELOC is a revolving credit secured by a home. It can be used to lower borrowing costs, or pay for tuition, or unexpected expenses. It can even help people invest 😎 If we’ve worked hard to build up equity in our homes then why not make that equity work for us? 😉… Read More »
What is Stealth Wealth? Stealth wealth is defined by being rich but not letting the world know about it. This financial strategy is how most millionaires are able to blend into society. Keeping our wealth a secret allows us to enjoy work, travel, play, and financial security without attracting unwanted attention to ourselves. So stealth wealth, is good wealth 😎 Obtaining… Read More »