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We want you to get really, really good at managing your money, your real estate and your other investments. That's why we're so passionate about teaching what we've learned on our own financial journeys. There's a ton of information out there online about real estate investing and personal finance – how do you know what is useful? What's unrealistic or just a sales pitch? We can help. Follow The Real Life Blog for realistic, practical guidance and curated resources on living your real (estate) life.

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October 8, 2024

Real Life Planning Podcast Ep 37:Getting Off to a Fast Start with Vekevia Tillman-Jones

Real Life Planning welcomes Vekevia Tillman-Jones, MBA, CFP®, senior financial planner and business coach, to our real estate financial planning team.

Financial Planning

August 30, 2024

Real Life Planning Podcast Ep 14: How to Find a Financial Planner Who Understands Real Estate (UPDATED)

In this episode of the Real Life Planning Podcast, Cynthia Meyer, CFA®, CFP®, ChFC® reveals the secrets to finding a financial planner who actually understands real estate.

Real Estate Coaching Financial Planning

October 14, 2023

Why We Treat Our $5k Deductible Like It’s $10k

In Part 2 of this series, insurance expert Stephen Meyer tackles more questions on choosing property deductibles and how he thinks about making claims.

Financial Planning

October 4, 2023

Real Life Planning Podcast Episode 34: Do Real Estate Investors Need a Living Trust?

In Episode 34, I provide insights to the question, "Do real estate investors need a living trust?"

Financial Planning

July 17, 2023

Real Life Planning Podcast Episode 32: How to Create an Estate Plan for Your Online Accounts

In Episode 32, we tackle digital estate planning questions, like who should manage all of your online accounts and social media platforms when you pass away?

Financial Planning

January 25, 2023

Real Life Planning Podcast Episode 26: College Planning for Real Estate Investors with Rynda Wilk

In Episode 26, I speak with college planning coach and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, Rynda Wilk, CFP®, MBA, on real estate investors and college financial aid applications.

Financial Planning