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21st Century Diversification: A guide to investing retirement funds.

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Time Is Running Out: 4 Reasons Why You Should Open a Self-Directed Solo 401(k) Before The End Of 2018

There’s an old Chinese proverb that says the best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now. The same can be said for establishing a retirement...

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December 2018 KingsCrowd Top Deal Selection

Did you know that up until 2 years ago startup investing was only available to accredited investors with minimum investments typically in the $50K to...

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Meet KingsCrowd: The Smart Solution To Startup Investing

The explosion in non-accredited and accredited online investing, including countless investments in startups and female- or minority-owned...

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KingsCrowd.com Interviews CEO Henry Yoshida

At KingsCrowd, we work tirelessly to ensure you make wise startup investment choices and build a diversified portfolio that can potentially drive...

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Before The Market Bubble Bursts, Diversify And Insulate Your Assets In Alternatives

No one can predict the end of a bull market and the beginning of a bear market. However, it’s clear that we are firmly entrenched in a rising...

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Convenience Costs: But Not With Self-Directed Retirement Plans

For today’s consumers, convenience is king. From online shopping and banking to pre-packaged food delivery and ride-hailing, consumers are hooked on...

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Borrowing From Yourself to Invest in Real Estate

The investment landscape is changing — look no further than the rise of the crowdfunded real estate investing or cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin for...

Unlocking the power of self-directed retirement accounts for angel investing in businesses and startups

Investing through company-sponsored retirement accounts is a bit like ordering from those limited menus at the annual company dinner party — everyone...

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Our Commitment To Your Security: Rocket Dollar Is SOC 2 Type 1 Compliant

We are proud to announce that Rocket Dollar is now SOC 2 Type 1 compliant. At Rocket Dollar, the online security of our customers' information is our...

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Rocket Dollar CEO Pitching At Money 20/20

Rocket Dollar was selected out of a thousand-plus companies to participate in the Startup Pitch Competition at Money 20/20 USA this October. Our very...

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New Options for Payday and Retirement Savings

Should you let employees choose when they’re paid? Are you looking for more options for your retirement account? Disruption is everywhere, even when...

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Nonrecourse Loans: Why They Make Sense for Real Estate Investors Using Self-Directed IRAs

Non-recourse loans on rental properties are becoming an increasingly common way for retail investors to diversify their individual retirement account...

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The "Ivy League" Club in Venture Capital and Investment Management

I recently met with Richard Kerby, former VC at Venrock and founding partner at Equal Ventures, who updated his research into the venture capital...

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4 Tips for First Time Multifamily Property Investors

Commercial property is one of the best ways for you to take part in the American Dream, and turn it into financial security for you and your family....

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Diversify Your Investment Portfolio to Even Out the Risk and, Hopefully, Yield a Greater Return

The stock market, of late, is not for the faint of heart. Unless you are tracking it on a minute by minute basis, it is difficult knowing where the...

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Startup Founders, Your Next Investor Is Closer To Home Than You Think

Raising money from family and friends is the most common form of initial-stage startup funding. Angel investors typically pass on ground-floor...

Building Better Communities: Use Your Retirement Dollars to Become an Angel Investor

Angel investors often are seen as affluent individuals who wear fancy three-piece suits and sport equally fancy titles. Nothing could be further from...

#1 Savings Hack All Self-Employed People Need To Know

#1 Savings Hack All Self-Employed People Need To Know

Working for yourself has some incredible benefits — freedom from early-morning alarms, rigid work schedules, boring daily routines and stifling...

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A Great Idea Is Not Enough When Trying to Raise Funds for Your Startup

There are more options than ever when it comes to raising money for your startup. One of the most obvious ones is reaching out to your friends and...