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💵 EVERYONE can be a millionaire through discipline investment alone, period 💯 🤓Let me tell a story of the 4 young ladies 👭 who understood the power of paying themselves first before paying others👍💯 🎪 It all started on a Sunday during our July's roadshow session. They walked past, we approached them and then they stopped and listen. 👂Four of them are all Gen Ys between the age of 23 to 31 years old and they are interested to understand more about our investments and the way it can help them to build wealth for their future. 📈💰👵🏻👵🏻👵🏻👵🏻 💎 We encouraged them to start by setting aside 10% of their monthly income to invest first before spending. 👍This is called paying themselves first, before paying others. 🗝️ The key is to start early so that our money can grow with the power of compounding a.k.a The Snowball Effect. ❄️⏳Over time, our wealth will grow two, three, four-fold, and beyond when we understand and apply this principle EARLY. However, it's never too late to start investing. 🌱➡️🌳 📌 During the 2nd meeting, these 4 ladies agreed to kick-start their investment with Public Mutual Bhd through monthly investing into a suitable Unit Trust Fund. 💡This method of monthly investment is known as Direct Debit Authorisation (DDA) which they fixed an amount for this investment and it will be transferred automatically from their bank account to the Unit Trust fund account on a fixed date every month. 🏦📅 This method save everyone time and trouble while ensuring their investment is done automatically.💯 🤝We are glad that we added value to these four young Gen Ys. As long as they stay within the course, they will definitely reap the fruit of their investment and achieve financial independence. 🎯💯 #PayYourselfFirst #addvalue #automateyoursaving #savefirstbeforespend #automaticmillionnaire #compounding #directdebitauthorization #moneyworkforyou #publicmutual #samagency #unittrustconsultant #husbandandwifeteam #unittrust #prs #investment #financialfreedom #startearly #ikigai #retirementplanning #childreneducationplanning #recruiting

🚀💰 Unlocking Your Wealth: The Power of OPM (Other People's Money) 💰🚀 Are you ready to supercharge your wealth-building journey? It's time to harness the transformative power of OPM (Other People's Money) and propel your financial success to new heights! 💥💼 Here's the deal: leveraging OPM isn't just a strategy for the financial elite—it's a game-changer for anyone with big dreams and a hunger for success. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, seasoned investor, or ambitious go-getter, now is the perfect time to tap into the abundance of opportunities waiting to be seized. Why now, you ask? Let's break it down: 1️⃣ Historically Low Interest Rates: With interest rates at historic lows, borrowing money has never been more affordable. Whether you're securing a business loan, mortgage, or line of credit, taking advantage of low-interest financing allows you to maximize your investment returns and accelerate your wealth accumulation. 2️⃣ Abundance of Investment Opportunities: From real estate and stocks to startups and small businesses, there's no shortage of investment opportunities ripe for the picking. By leveraging OPM, you can diversify your investment portfolio, amplify your returns, and mitigate risk—all while positioning yourself for long-term wealth growth. 3️⃣ Access to Capital: In today's interconnected world, access to capital has never been easier. With a myriad of funding options available, including traditional lenders, private investors, crowdfunding platforms, and venture capital firms, securing the capital you need to fuel your ambitions has never been more attainable. 4️⃣ Multiplying Your Resources: By leveraging OPM, you're not just multiplying your financial resources—you're also leveraging the expertise, networks, and resources of others. Whether it's tapping into the wisdom of seasoned mentors or partnering with strategic investors, OPM enables you to amplify your impact and achieve greater success together. So, what are you waiting for? It's time to seize the moment, harness the power of OPM, and take bold strides towards your financial goals. Whether you're launching a new venture, expanding your investment portfolio, or pursuing your passion projects, now is the time to make your dreams a reality. Ready to embark on your wealth-building journey? Let's connect and explore how Elite Vision Funding helps clients leverage OPM and unlock a world of possibilities. Together, we'll turn your vision into reality and chart a course towards lasting financial success. 💪💼✨ #WealthBuilding #OPM #FinancialFreedom #InvestmentOpportunities #SuccessMindset #GrowYourWealth #TakeActionNow #EliteVisionFunding

⚡️News: We just raised $4.7 million in Seed Funding from VCs and Angels such as AngelList Early Stage Quant Fund to build better banking for college students. 50% of college students don’t have a credit card because they are afraid of overspending and their applications get rejected. We built Firstcard because students are provided with very little knowledge to manage their finances coming out of college. Firstcard is about students, not just about another credit card or neo-bank. We put students first and believe that in order for students to take control of their financial future, we need to provide students with the right financial tools and knowledge early on so they can be prepared for success. On the heels of this fundraise, we also debuted our Credit Builder Card today. With Firstcard Credit Builder Card, students can get a credit card and start building credit without worrying about their credit history, overspending, or application rejection. Additionally, Firstcard provides students with a bank account, lets them earn up to 15% cash back at selected merchants and soon grow savings with up to 4.25% APY with the launch of Firstcard Plus (a $3 monthly subscription plan) — all within a single platform. We are on a mission to help students succeed in their financial journey by changing the culture of finance and making financial products accessible to all students – no matter who they are, where they are from, or what their credit history is. We’re just getting started. 🚀 https://lnkd.in/gua2iZZ6

As we start 2024, one word encapsulates our journey at ForOurLastNames: “RELATIONSHIPS”. The initial vision was to offer a culturally relevant solution to bridge the gap between education and investing for first-generation wealth builders. What initially kept me from building wealth on my 2-year journey to paying off my student loans through investing? 1️⃣Lack of Education 2️⃣Lack of Access 3️⃣My Relationship with Money The best businesses solve real-world problems, but I couldn’t tackle this issue (that millions like me face) alone. It was then that an ancient Hebrew principle came to me: the universe was created for connection. This inspired me to connect and create with like-minded people. That’s how my Sky's the Limit mentor for my first business, Raise the Bar Investments, LLC, became my strategy-mate, co-founder, and CTO for ForOurLastNames. ‘You can go fast alone, but you go far together,’ and I’m thankful to have a great co-founder like Tiffany Bogert during this entrepreneurial journey. Since uniting as CEO and CTO in 2023, here’s what Tiffany and I have accomplished together: - Quantified the problem: The racial wealth gap costs the US economy $1.5 trillion. This disproportionately impacts underrepresented populations, with a market size upwards of $2.1 billion. - Gained both B2B and B2C traction through participation in the Bank of America Breakthrough Lab, focusing on global upcoming technology companies that create financial inclusion in a highly scalable manner. - Raised $110,000 in a friends and family funding round through supporters like Build in Tulsa & ACT House, resulting in the creation of a unique, gamified solution for first-generation wealth builders. - Successfully launched a financial education beta with a success rate of over 90%. - Tested a highly scalable B2B2C impact model, forging key partnerships and conducting interviews with over 50 ideal B2B/B2G executive stakeholders. - Officially formed ForOurLastNames as a Delaware C Corp business. - Clarified the ForOurLastNames values: Value, Unity, Trust, Stewardship. - Built a growing waitlist with month-over-month growth, gearing up for a public launch in February 2024. In 2024, we’re excited to further expand our impact, with a vision of changing the trajectory of wealth building #ForOurLastNames. #founderstories #techfounders #entrepreneurialjourney #wealthjourney

My Investing Journey: How I Plan on Achieving Financial Freedom. Here’s HOW you can do it TOO! Investing has become quintessential in today’s economy. If you don’t invest sensibly with a goal of at least 10-12% growth, then net-net you might be losing money! This is my story on HOW I started Investing. I hope you take it in holistically and start your own journey as well! 🗓️ April 2021: The Spark Ignites 🔥 I was introduced to the concept of Crypto’s, NFTs & the Blockchain. This concept fascinated me as I started off with a tech background. Moreover, at the age of 20, the concept of making money through such investments piqued my interest. 🗓️ July 2021: Expanding My Horizons 🌍 Following months of dedicated research, I ventured into exploring the Stock Markets.  I wanted to understand how they worked and, more importantly, how I could leverage them to my advantage. Believe it or not, my interest in entrepreneurial ventures circled back to this pivotal moment! My research shifted to a higher gear, with YouTube becoming my educational compass. I discovered and learned from exceptional mentors: Akshat Shrivastava, Ankur Warikoo, Shashank Udupa. 🗓️ August 2021: The Beginning of a New Chapter 📈 Armed with newfound knowledge, I took the plunge.  My first earnings from an internship were invested in the stock market, marking the commencement of my stock market journey. I threw myself into the art of scouting and learning about the markets. 🗓️ September 2021 - July 2022: Knowledge Growth 📚 During this period, I continued accumulating knowledge and conducting research. Admittedly, my timing of entry into the market coincided with a period of consolidation, but this phase taught me invaluable lessons about volatility and non-linear returns. 🗓️ August 2022 - Present: The Acceleration 🚀 In August, I transitioned into a full-time job, and my investment journey gathered momentum. With a growing portfolio and two years of market experience under my belt, I have begun making substantial strides toward amassing wealth. So, why do I seek wealth? For 2 fundamental reasons: 1️⃣ Money & Location Freedom 2️⃣ Choose my desired work My investments grant me the freedom to pursue what I love, from anywhere I desire, and on my own terms. Here's how you can achieve the same: ➡️ Start by saving a minimum of 10-20% of your income. ➡️ Diversify your portfolio into Risk-Free Money (such as FDs & Bonds) and Growth Money (including Stocks & Mutual Funds). ➡️ Enhance your knowledge by actively participating in the investment game. ➡️ View your investments as a pathway to personal freedom. Remember, you invest 45 hours a week to earn money, so why not spend just 1-2 hours managing it wisely? Share your own investment journey in the comments. How is it going for you? PS: Feel free to repost ♻ if you found this post helpful! 🔗 For more insightful content, explore Aravind Arul #Money #FinancialFreedom #Motivation

🧵  Let’s talk personal finances (Repost) 1/ I started trading stocks at 12. Bought my first RE property at 20. Invested in 6 startups and 2 small businesses by 25. Invested in 8 VC/PE funds by 30. So here’s what I’ve learned along the way in 4 lessons 1) Power of stock dividends over time 2) Hard work (sometimes free) is still required 3) Private investing isn’t just about returns 4) The power of your time is worth more than extra returns 2/ Lesson 1: Power of stock dividends over time My mom had me do weekly chores for $25 and every time I gave her $25 back she would match it if I invested in a stock as long as I also reinvested the dividends. That stock I chose was Home Depot, which is my best return to date. 3/ Few lessons from my mom • Receiving money for my chores trained me to think of money as a utility for working • Doubling my money if I invested it trained me to save and deploy, not hold onto cash • Investing showed me the value of having assets early 4/ Lesson 2: Hard work (sometimes free) is still required My grandfather, who owned 3 properties, would have me collect rent from his tenants, get the quarters from the laundry machines, etc. I saw his love and care for his properties and tenants, knowing them by name. 5/ He paid me nothing, but the knowledge was everything. • Seeing his joy on the 1st of the month taught me the power of recurring cashflow • Collecting the quarters taught me to have assets that work without you working • Talking to the tenants taught me customer experience 6/ Lesson 3: Private investing isn’t just about returns When I was in PE most of my friends were buying bottles, while I wanted to buy businesses. At a young age we are taught to value things, but fortunately bc of my mom I valued assets. So Harlem Capital was born and I put my savings into startups and small businesses 7/ I made some money on those early private investments, but the greatest lessons were the action of taking big risk and learnings from working with founders. It helped me • Build a brand and network • Build my risk appetite • Learn the nuances of investing 8/ Lesson 4: The power of your time is worth more than extra returns As a fund manager, I no longer had the time to angel invest. So I pivoted from direct investing to fund investing as I value my mental bandwidth more than anything else. I rather pay someone to generate me returns, while giving my business 100%. 9/ Your personal finance path will evolve over time as you • Gain more knowledge • Make more money • Change risk appetite It’s the reason younger people or rich people take more risk. It’s easy to compare yourself, but you need to determine YOUR path. 10/ Our environments impact our personal finance as was the case for me the past 18 years from my mom to grandfather to PE to HCP. But we can also create our own environments on platforms like LinkedIn. Take some time to think about your environment and finances this week!

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“If you fail to plan, you plan to fail.” It’s an old chestnut for a reason: It’s true. And it’s especially true during #budget season. ✅ As both a #fintech CEO and a Certified Financial Planner, I know it takes deliberate, careful preparation to make every dollar count. 🤑 This is true no matter how much money a company has raised, and no matter how long you believe your runway is. 🛫 Because the fact is, you don’t actually know. And because you don’t know, because you can’t know, you always have to operate with the mindset that you need to make every dollar count. The past few years have put this into sharp focus: After a flood of #VCfunding in 2020, 2021, and early 2022, valuations and fundraising are bottoming out. 📉 In fact, in Q3, the estimated percentage of “down rounds”—meaning a company raises money at a lower valuation than it did in a previous round—climbed to a 10-year high of 17.1%, according to PitchBook. The money spigot had been flowing 🚰, and suddenly the tap slowed or stopped altogether—leaving some #startups scrambling. 😵 Last quarter, PitchBook wrote, “fewer companies met investors' higher bar for funding, which forced many to resort to bridge financings or stave off raising new capital by cutting costs.” ✂️ It’s a very human temptation to believe the good times, and the money, will keep on rolling. 🚲 When a company is flush with cash, sales are soaring, the team is innovating, and investors are excited, it can feel like it’s only up from here—so their spending reflects that belief. But as we’ve seen recently, funding can quickly dry up, even if a company has done everything right. There’s no controlling macroeconomic trends or a variety of external factors. 😷 But if a company runs through all its cash 🔥, believing more funding was coming…well, we can see what happens. Fortunately, that sobering reality doesn’t have to be YOUR reality. 🎉 The best way to navigate that is by implementing a #budgeting approach that prioritizes, above all else, the idea that #everydollarcounts. All the time, no matter how much much is in the bank. That’s what’s worked for us at ⚡Orum.io ⚡. How about you? Sound off in the comments with your own budget philosophy and tips! 🎤