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1. With Mint shutting down, do y’all have any recommendations for new budgeting software?
2. Should I convert my primary residence into an investment property as I’m moving out of town?
3. As a contract worker, what are the benefits of opening a solo 401k in order to achieve my investing goals?
4. How much should I spend on a new car and what’s a good strategy for saving up for it?
5. Is it worth switching banks for an extra 1% in interest?

Additional links:

• Budget app – If you’re looking for a Mint alternative, there’s an article for that!

• Investment property – Converting your primary into an investment property is one of the easiest ways to create some semi-passive income. And if you want to minimize the stress that accompanies a rental property, then you’ll want to prioritize effectively screening and managing tenants.
  • Self-manage – Some of the best platforms to manage your rentals and collect rent are: avail, Innago, & RentRedi.

• Nostalgia – “…this stuff is made in New York City!”

• Small business tax benefits – Listen back to our conversation with Shannon Weinstein if you’d like some more convincing that there are phenomenal tax benefits of starting your own business.

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