January 2025

Why Teens Should Open a Roth IRA: The Ultimate Guide for Parents and Young Investors

In the world of personal finance, there are few moves as impactful as starting to invest early. For teens and young adults, the opportunity to take advantage of long-term growth…

Dorian Regester January 31, 20259 minutes

Financial Tools & Resources

How to Get Back on Track With Your Financial Resolutions: A Guide to Achieving Financial Independence in 2025

It's that time of year when New Year's resolutions are starting to fade into the background. We’ve all been there: at the start of the year, we set grand financial…

Dorian Regester January 30, 20259 minutes

Investment Strategies

Unlocking Financial Independence with Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs): A Comprehensive Guide to FIRE and Wealth Building

In the ever-evolving landscape of personal finance and wealth management, one strategy that has gained significant attention in recent years is the Delaware Statutory Trust (DST). This investment vehicle, which…

Dorian Regester January 29, 20258 minutes

Housing Investment Strategies

Understanding the Structure of a DST/TIC for FIRE: A Comprehensive Guide to Wealth Building Through Real Estate Investments

In the pursuit of Financial Independence and Early Retirement (FIRE), individuals are constantly searching for effective investment strategies to build wealth and generate passive income. One such investment avenue gaining…

Dorian Regester January 28, 202510 minutes

Investment Strategies

Asset Class Overview: Triple Net Lease Offerings for FIRE Investors

Financial Independence and Early Retirement (FIRE) is a movement that has captured the attention of many investors who are eager to achieve financial freedom and retire early. One of the…

Dorian Regester January 27, 202510 minutes

Investment Strategies

Equity REITs vs. Debt REITs: Key Differences and Their Role in Your FIRE Journey

For those following the Financial Independence and Retire Early (FIRE) movement, achieving financial freedom relies on building a diversified portfolio of assets that generate reliable passive income. Real estate is…

Dorian Regester January 26, 20259 minutes

Investment Strategies

Installment Sales in Your FIRE Strategy: How They Work and Whether They Make Sense for Your Financial Independence Journey

The path to Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) is all about building wealth in ways that allow you to achieve financial freedom quickly, while maintaining financial security in the long…

Dorian Regester January 25, 202510 minutes

Housing

How to Navigate an Appraisal Gap and Protect Your Financial Independence in the Home-Buying Process

In the journey toward Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE), every decision you make about your finances should be a calculated step toward reducing costs, maximizing wealth-building, and achieving long-term goals.…

Dorian Regester January 24, 202510 minutes

Retirement Planning

Maximizing Your Retirement Savings in 2025: A Guide for FIRE Seekers to Build Wealth and Achieve Financial Independence

As 2025 begins, it’s the perfect time to reassess your retirement savings strategy. For those pursuing Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE), focusing on the right savings rate and investment strategies…

Dorian Regester January 23, 20259 minutes