The Money Illustrated Blog

Reflections on my first year of running Money Illustrated—and how the lessons apply to business ownership, personal finance, and life.

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You’ve probably heard people say that “renting is throwing money away” or maybe, “real estate is the best investment you can make.” These ideas have become so common, the average American seems to believe it inherently. But are these claims actually true?