Main Facts: The Rise of a Gen Z Real Estate Mogul Lawrence "Landlord Larry" Guerguis expected his life to follow a predictable script: major in finance, move to Wall Street, work grueling 80-hour weeks, and chase a traditional corporate career for the next 40 years. Today, however, that trajectory is a distant memory. At just…
Introduction For most college students, the primary trajectory involves choosing a major, accumulating debt, and preparing for an entry-level position in the corporate world. For Lawrence “Landlord Larry” Guerguis, that path was supposed to lead straight to Wall Street. As a finance major at San Diego State University, Guerguis envisioned a conventional career as an…
For many college students, the transition from cramped dormitories to independent off-campus living is a major milestone. It represents adulthood, personal freedom, and a break from communal campus rules. However, the excitement of browsing local rental listings and touring off-campus apartments is quickly tempered by a major financial question: Can I actually use student loans…
The promise of artificial intelligence offers a new avenue for tackling complex financial challenges, but experts urge caution and emphasize the irreplaceable value of human insight. For many parents, the prospect of saving for their children’s college education is a daunting financial undertaking. The sheer scale of projected costs, coupled with the intricate web of…
Wealth Wise is Kiplinger’s advice column on navigating the complexities of retirement and intergenerational wealth. If you have a question, see our submission guidelines at the bottom of this article. Dear Wealth Wise: I have a fully funded Roth IRA that I’ve spent decades building. As I look toward my retirement, I’m also thinking about…
