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Author: Ed Canty, CFP®

Ed is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™. At his day job, Ed helps clients plan for retirement, manage their investments, and navigate their tax situation. In his free time, Ed enjoys golfing, traveling, fishing, and wrenching on his old car.
Ed Canty, CFP®

RealtyMogul Review 2021: Best Crowdfunded Real Estate Platform?

By Ed Canty, CFP® on November 25, 2020
Investing in real estate is one of the best moves an investor can make to diversify. We all have that friend or family member that made it big as a real estate mogul! The only problem is, the barriers to entry are quite high. In order to invest in real estate, you often need a […]
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M1 Finance vs Betterment 2021: Best Modern Investing Platform?

By Ed Canty, CFP® on November 24, 2020
Investing in the stock market can be confusing and, at some points, totally overwhelming. Today, there are many options for automated investing. These automated platforms are often called robo-advisors. By leveraging algorithms and other cutting edge technology, investors can use these platforms for a fraction of the cost of a traditional advisor. M1 Finance and […]
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Vanguard Index Funds 2021: An Essential Beginner's Guide!

By Ed Canty, CFP® on November 23, 2020
Proper investing takes time, research, and due diligence to find the best options available. Most people with a basic understanding of investing have come across the term index funds. One of the most popular and well respected index fund companies is Vanguard. They offer low-fee diversified exposure to bonds, equities, commodities, and real estate within […]
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AcreTrader Review 2021: Should You Be Investing In Farmland?

By Ed Canty, CFP® on November 6, 2020
Getting into real estate investing can be tricky for the majority of investors out there, especially due to the high upfront capital involved. To invest in a duplex, for example, often requires a 20% down payment or more. If the property is $200,000 that means you need to pony up $40,000 not including closing costs! […]
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How Much Do I Need To Retire And Live Off The Interest?

By Ed Canty, CFP® on October 6, 2020
Many people dream of retiring early and ultimately having more time and freedom to live their lives on their terms. One strategy that some people use to retire early is simply to save and invest enough money so that they can live off the interest from their investments and savings. If you can do this, […]
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How to Invest As A Teenager Or Minor (Under 18 Years Old)

By Ed Canty, CFP® on October 6, 2020
Learning how to invest as a teenager can give you a tremendous head start for your financial future.  Early investing can have huge benefits. Teens who learn responsible money habits often get a huge head start compared to their peers.  If you are a teen and want to learn more about finances, you can start […]
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M1 Finance vs Acorns 2021: Best Modern Day Investing App?

By Ed Canty, CFP® on September 24, 2020
When it comes to investing in the stock market, there are countless investing apps to choose from. In the past, you used to have to trade through an online discount brokerage using a complicated online trading platform. Now, there are numerous investing apps out there that allow you to trade for low fees or no […]
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M1 Finance vs Personal Capital 2021: Which Is Best?

By Ed Canty, CFP® on September 23, 2020
The differences in investing platforms can sometimes be staggering. Then again, some have offerings out there that are so similar it’s hard to see any differences between the two.  Today we are going to be comparing M1 Finance vs Personal Capital. These are two investing platforms that have increased in popularity in recent years.  Personal […]
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Fundrise vs Realty Mogul 2021: Best Crowdfunded Platform?

By Ed Canty, CFP® on September 11, 2020
As investors, we are always looking for ways to grow and diversify our portfolios. Whether we buy many different stocks or spread our money across different asset classes, diversification is key to a balanced portfolio. One key component of a well-rounded portfolio is real estate. The problem is, real estate isn't always the most passive […]
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M1 Finance vs Charles Schwab 2021: Best Investment Platform?

By Ed Canty, CFP® on September 10, 2020
M1 Finance and Charles Schwab are two brokerages that take a different approach to building an investment platform. In this article, we are comparing the two popular investing platforms, M1 Finance vs Charles Schwab.  M1 Finance offers free investing if you meet the minimum balance of $100, Charles Schwab offers accounts with no minimum balance. […]
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Betterment Cash Reserve Review 2021: Best Online Savings Account?

By Ed Canty, CFP® on September 9, 2020
Investors have countless options when deciding where to put their money. Online savings account to provide a high-interest alternative to the traditional bank account and are growing in popularity. With the rise of online banking, the in-person banking at branches is becoming largely irrelevant. As savvy savers know, every dollar counts. Even the difference of […]
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Fundrise vs Roofstock 2021: Best Crowdfunded Real Estate Platform?

By Ed Canty, CFP® on September 7, 2020
Real Estate investing has never been more accessible by the average joe investor. With the release of new investment regulations over the last 5 years, new real estate investing platforms have emerged with lower barriers to entry. In this post, we would like to review and compare two trendy real estate investing platforms; Fundrise vs […]
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