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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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April 22, 2022

Real Life Planning Podcast Episode 8: Getting In The Door With Daniel Yerger

In Episode 8, I talk to Daniel Yerger, MBA, CFP©, ChFC©, AIF©, CDFA© of MY Wealth Planners about his new book, Getting In the Door: Starting a Financial Planning Career.

Financial Planning

April 15, 2022

Rental Property Café™: Episode 10: Seven Reasons to Hire a Property Manager - Part 2

Cynthia Meyer and Veronica Woods continue their discussion of how a professional property manager can help you scale your real estate portfolio.

Real Estate Coaching

April 8, 2022

Real Life Planning Podcast Episode 7: Buying a Home in an Expensive Area

Housing prices have risen rapidly. It is still possible to buy your own home in an expensive area, but you're going to have to think about it differently.

Financial Planning

April 1, 2022

Rental Property Café™: Episode 9: Seven Reasons to Hire a Property Manager - Part 1

How can a professional property manager be a strategic partner in scaling your real estate business?

Real Estate Coaching

March 19, 2022

The Sprint Review You Tube Live: Mike Zung and Cynthia Meyer

I joined Mike Zung, CFP®, founder of Java Wealth, for a YouTube Live conversation on The Sprint Review about real estate investing.

Real Estate Coaching

March 3, 2022

Real Life Planning Podcast Episode 6: Have You Had The Money Talk?

If you're contemplating sharing a household together now or at some point in the future, there is no better time than the present to discuss finances. Here's how to do it productively.

Real Life