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Meet HappyNest Author: Tanja Fijalkowski

Posted on January 29, 2021 by HappyNest

About Tanja Fijalkowski Tanja Fijalkowski is one of HappyNest's blog contributors. A UCSD alumni with a B.A. in Writing, she worked in the insurance and financial services sector for four years. While with The Hartford Financial Services Group, she underwrote personal lines and small business policies....

Everything You Need to Know About Investing in REITs

Posted on January 15, 2021June 2, 2023 by HappyNest

Looking to hedge your yolos with some investments that would make the likes of Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger proud? We could all use a nice anchor in our portfolio to hedge against volatility. REITs have consistently ranked among the highest return investments over time, which is why they have...

5 Real Estate Market Predictions For 2021

Posted on December 21, 2020June 2, 2023 by HappyNest

As 2020 draws to a close, we share our real estate market predictions for the year ahead. Well, we think everyone can agree that 2020 was full of surprises. This year spared no industry from a barrage of audibles, the full impact of which remains to be seen. As the year draws to a close, it’s about...

Think outside the stock market: Alternative investments for 2022

Posted on November 20, 2020June 2, 2023 by HappyNest

Diversify your portfolio with alternative investments. Those early in their investment journey might take that to mean buying stocks from a few different companies whose operations are uncorrelated. But that would amount to a basket with some different colored eggs in it, all still bound to the...

Parents, It’s Your Responsibility to Teach Your Kids Financial Literacy

Posted on November 4, 2020 by HappyNest

Parents, it's your responsibility to teach your kids financial literacy or they'll have to learn the hard – and expensive – way Parents want what's best for their kids, especially in regards to their future. What a shame then, that one of the most highly correlated predictors of success in adulthood...

Reach Your Financial Goals With a Diversified Portfolio

Posted on October 9, 2020 by HappyNest

Diversification is a key part of any comprehensive investing strategy. It's fair to say that deciding where to start or what to do can feel overwhelming with all the investment options out there. Just listen to CNBC, Fox Business, or Bloomberg any day of the week, and you'll hear dozens of opinions...

My Financial Journey: Drew Appelbaum

Posted on September 24, 2020 by HappyNest

My name is Drew Applebaum, and I am HappyNest's Director of Customer Support and Engagement. Are you someone that has pushed off investing until recently? Was watching your savings account “grow” month after month just enough for you to feel like you were saving for that inevitable rainy day?...

What you should know about the power of compound interest

Posted on August 14, 2020June 2, 2023 by HappyNest

"Compound interest is the 8th wonder of the world." – Albert Einstein Many investors are flocking to real estate investment trusts (REITs) because they're considered a relatively safe and high-yield investment. Some dividends can be 10% or higher and offer the potential for capital appreciation. Approximately...

What Are Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and Why Should You Care?

Posted on August 7, 2020June 2, 2023 by HappyNest

Real Estate Investment Trust 101 Real estate investment trusts are a companies that owns, operates, or finances properties. The properties can range from homes to hotels, malls, offices, medical buildings, or any other real estate type. Investing in REITs can be a great way to generate passive income...

How I Learned About Real Estate Investing

Posted on July 24, 2020June 2, 2023 by HappyNest

By: Melissa Etezadi, HappyNest PR and Content Manager Like many novice investors, I was told at a young age the only way to save money for retirement was to invest in your 401(k), open an IRA, and of course, invest in the stock market. Growing up, I remember watching my dad emotionally react to the...

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