According to data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, credit card delinquencies reached 8.5% in the fourth quarter of 2023 – that’s up from 5.87% in 2022, and 4.1% in 2021. Within a span of two years, credit card delinquencies have more than doubled.

We’re hearing again and again from the current administration the US economy is healthy – yet so many Americans are relying on credit cards, carrying expensive debt that they are ultimately unable to pay back. The total amount of credit card debt in the US has surpassed $1.13 trillion, which on its own is troubling, but the state of delinquencies shows the true financial ruin we’re seeing unfold across the country. On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, we're going to discuss the implications of this mounting consumer debt.

If you have a rental property but you don't live nearby, what's the best way to manage things on site? Is it a good idea to hire a property management company? On today's show, I'm answering this—plus two more of your voicemails!

This encore Q&A episode features three of your real estate questions on property management, LLCs, and buying a mobile home. I'm sharing my best tips and experience, and offering resources you can use on your unique real estate journey.

There are major challenges ahead for the future of the 401k. On today's show, you're going to learn the latest data behind why the 401k is headed for disaster. You're going to hear the latest statistics on retirement contribution, hardship loans, and more.

We're also going to discuss why the 401k on its own, does not lead to a comfortable retirement. If you're ready to learn about the future of your 401k, tune in to this episode of Investing in Real Estate!

Today's first caller is a Marine who'd like to use a VA loan wisely. Should he buy a primary residence, or hack house a duplex? That's the first question I'm answering on this encore episode!

This episode of Investing in Real Estate features three great listener questions on utilizing a VA loan, pulling funds out of traditional retirement accounts to invest in real estate, and how to navigate finances during retirement.

Americans’ credit scores have fallen for the first time in a decade. According to a March 2024 report by FICO, “the effects of high interest rates and persistent inflation may be starting to weigh on consumers, especially those already struggling to manage their finances.”

The FICO report found that the national average credit score dipped to 717 in October 2023. Today we're going to talk about what this information means for the consumer, the economy, and how building your financial education can help you if you're struggling with your credit.

If you want to get started as a real estate investor, but you only have $5k to invest, what's the best recourse? On this Q&A episode, I'm giving three ideas for getting started investing with $5k!

I'm also answering your questions on recovering a project gone wrong with a new builder, and how much it costs to get started investing with Morris Invest. As always, I appreciate your thoughtful questions. Click play to hear my answers to your questions on today's episode of Investing in Real Estate!

The national debt in the United States is steadily increasing year after year, finally reaching a historic level. This situation is concerning, with a fast-paced growth at a rate of a staggering $1 trillion accruing to the national debt every 100 days.

On today’s show, we’re going to talk about some of the main factors brewing behind the scenes. This massive amount of looming debt proves a serious lack of financial responsibility within the US government, including skyrocketing spending habits that will have serious lasting effects for the American people for decades to come.

Today's first caller asked an excellent question: "is now a good time to use home equity to invest for positive cash flow?" On this encore episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm answering three of your questions on various real estate topics.

We're going to cover using home equity for positive cash flow, how to maximize your returns on a smaller investment, and what to consider about setting up LLCs for real estate investing. Click play to hear my answers to your thoughtful questions!

Now more than ever, there are a lot of questions about the stability and the future of the US dollar. Will the US dollar crash? That’s what we’re going to unpack on today’s show.

You're going to learn about the relationship between global trade and the US dollar, the departure from the gold standard, and what the Federal Reserve has said about the future of the dollar.

If you're thinking about getting started in the real estate industry, chances are you're considering a lot of options. One popular real estate strategy is flipping houses. Is flipping houses a good investment strategy? That's the first question I'm answering on today's Q&A episode!

On this encore episode of Investing in Real Estate, I'm answering three of your great questions about flipping, offsetting tax liability after a 401k withdrawal, and options for getting started investing with $25k.

The end of the fiscal year is a great time to assess your goals and add a rental property to your portfolio. Buying before the end of the year can help you build your net worth and take advantage of the tax benefits of buying real estate.

On today's show, I'm going to share everything you need to know about buying a rental property before the end of the year. You're going to learn the exact steps you need to take if you want to make your goal happen, as well as the top benefits of buying real estate by the end of the year.