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What Are Alternative Investments?

February 1, 2020 By Fred Leamnson

We hear a lot these days about alternative investments. Wall Street firms regularly tout their expertise in these investments and try to convince us we need them in our portfolio.

In the beginning, alternative investments were only available to what most would consider the wealthy.

The SEC set the definition of the wealthy with their accredited investor definition. To be eligible to invest in these alternative investments, one has to have an income of at least $200,000 (individual) or $300,000 (joint) for the last two years. Additionally, the rule states the investor expects that income to continue going forward.

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Travel Hacking 101: A Beginner’s Guide

January 30, 2020 By Kevin | Just Start Investing

With all the talk of a pending recession, saving some money on your next vacation is likely even more top of mind than usual. Luckily, there’s a solution out there to help you save money while still enjoying your next vacation! The answer is called travel hacking.

Travel hacking is just a fancy term that entails using existing systems to your advantage to get discounted and free airfare, hotels, car rentals, and other travel expenses. So you can get your next vacation on the house!

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Chase Sapphire Reserve Benefits Guide 2021

January 27, 2020 By Kevin | Just Start Investing

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The Chase Sapphire Reserve card debuted back in 2016 with a whopping 100,000 point sign-up bonus. It has evolved since then in many ways, and I was curious if this premium credit card was still worth it today. This Chase Sapphire Reserve benefits guide should help answer that question.

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Including Side Hustles on Your Resume: The Ultimate Guide

January 23, 2020 By Amanda from My Life I Guess

It seems like everyone has side hustles these days. Whether it’s to make extra money, pursue an interest or passion, or to learn a new skill, it’s work that we choose to do on the “side” of our day jobs. Yet few people think to include their side hustles on their resume.

Working on your own doesn’t make it any less relevant than your other work experience because side hustles are still work! Sometimes a lot of work (and time and energy).

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Choosing a Local Bank When Working Overseas

January 21, 2020 By Kevin | Just Start Investing

The age of globalization is in full swing, with travel, business deals, and financial services moving across borders almost without hesitation.

Technology has had a major part in the ability to move between local and international economies, as internet connectivity and cloud-based operations have removed some of the limitations on communication and secure financial transactions. There are plenty of expansion opportunities in global markets, and U.S. citizens and companies are eager to jump in on the action.

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