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Jul 2022
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How To Invest $50,000: 7 Different Optio...

The College Investor
About this episode

If you've come into a windfall of money, you might be wondering what is the best way to invest $50,000 (or even more)?

With a large amount of money to invest, you have several different options.

There is no single "right answer" that will work for everyone—instead, what works for you will depend on your own unique situation. But being aware of the different options helps you make the best choice.

And note - there might be some things you want to do before you invest such as paying off debt. Let's talk about some of these options.

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