Crowdfunding: From the Statue of Liberty to a $55k Potato Salad
What do a 19th-century French philosopher, the Statue of Liberty, and a $900 million video game have in common? They were all funded by the crowd. In this episode of pplpod, we unpack the history and ...
10 Helmi 32min
Lease Options: The "Try Before You Buy" Real Estate Strategy
What if you could live in a home before committing to a mortgage? In this episode, we explore the lease option (formally known as a "Lease With the Option to Purchase"), a contract that allows a tenan...
10 Helmi 32min
Rent-to-Own: From Sofas to Real Estate (and Digital Gold?)
In this episode of pplpod, we dive into the complex and often controversial world of rent-to-own transactions. What exactly separates a rent-to-own agreement from a standard lease or an installment pl...
10 Helmi 36min
Debate: The Evolution and Structure of Rent-to-Own Transactions
Rent-to-own agreements allow consumers to lease property with an option to purchase. This model provides flexibility for those with poor credit but often entails higher long-term costs. While used for...
10 Helmi 18min
The Long Game: Mastering the Buy and Hold Strategy
In this episode of pplpod, we break down buy and hold, also known as position trading, an investment strategy where investors purchase financial or non-financial assets like real estate to hold for th...
10 Helmi 27min
Making Money While You Sleep? The Reality of Passive Income
In this episode of pplpod, we break down the concept of passive income, defined as unearned income acquired with little to no labor to maintain. We explore the most common methods for building wealth ...
10 Helmi 38min
Passive Income Debate: Mechanics, Sources, and Global Taxation Rules
Passive income is earnings requiring minimal labor to maintain, such as dividends, interest, or rent. While it supports financial independence, tax authorities like the IRS apply specific rules to dis...
10 Helmi 21min
The 1031 Exchange: How to Swap Real Estate and Defer Your Taxes
Looking to sell an investment property without triggering a massive tax bill? In this episode of pplpod, we break down Internal Revenue Code Section 1031, a powerful tool that allows investors to defe...
10 Helmi 28min
