The Money Illustrated Blog

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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? 

Diversification is one of the most important pillars of investing. It’s a concept that’s simple to understand on the surface: essentially, don’t put all your eggs in one basket. Even though the idea seems straightforward, it can sometimes be tricky to grasp how it applies in practice, how one should invest their assets accordingly.