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Investing
How I Invest as a 1st Generation Wealth builder
Building a portfolio of financial & human capital that lasts the test of time
In the past, I have discussed how being a first-generation wealth builder has shaped how I manage money. Today, I want to focus specifically on how the influences my investment decisions.
As a first-generation wealth builder, I’m investing as much of my money, time, and energy with a view of financial stability for my family, both while I am here and long after I am gone.
Two types of investments
There are two types of investments that I am making right now that are each crucial to accomplishing my goal of creating generational wealth.
- Investments in financial capital.
- Investments in human capital.
The three proven financial assets that build wealth
Financial capital is self-explanatory and what most people think of when they think of “investing.” Aside from enough cash to pay the bills, I invest in three types of financial capital that have been proven, wealth builders.
- Stocks
- Real estate
