The beginning of a stock market selloff feels terrible—there’s a palpable tenseness and nervousness in the air. Intuitively, we know that selloffs happen, but our emotions and fear don’t care about market history, context, or what the data tells us. What if this time is different? What if we’re on the verge of something catastrophic? After all, every market downturn, whether a correction, pullback, or full-blown bear market, had to…
If you are an investor and heard terms like “accredited investor” or “qualified investor” and aren’t sure how they pertain to you, you’re not alone. These terms refer to specific financial qualifications that allow investors to participate in certain types of investment opportunities that may not be available to the general public. What Is an Accredited Investor? In many countries, including the U.S., being an accredited investor means you meet…
Accredited investors looking for stable, high-yield opportunities beyond traditional stocks and bonds are increasingly turning to direct lending and multi-family real estate investing. These alternative investment strategies offer strong risk-adjusted returns, diversification benefits, and long-term wealth-building potential. Non-Leveraged Direct Lending: Predictable Returns with Lower Risk Direct lending allows investors to act as private lenders, offering loans to businesses or individuals without going through traditional banks. By avoiding leverage, this strategy…
