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Nov 2020
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Ask HTM - Putting Down Less than 20 Perc...

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We’re kicking off the week by answering your questions! And if you have a question for us, we’d love for you to submit your own via HowToMoney.com/ask/ , send us your voice memo!

1 - Is it OK to put down less than 20% on a home if we can avoid PMI?

2 - Where else should I invest if I’m already maxing out my 401k?

3 - Are there investment platforms that non-US citizens can use to invest in the stock market?

4 - Will my teacher’s pension be enough when I retire at 53?

5 - Should we swap out our Hyundai for a pickup truck?


During this episode we both enjoyed a Photon Sphere by Olde Hickory Brewing - thanks for donating this one to the show Christopher! And as we’ve ramped up the podcast with an additional Friday episode every week, we could really use your help to spread the word- let friends and family know about How to Money! Hit the share button, subscribe if you’re not already a regular, and give us a quick review in Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. Help us to spread the word to get more people doing smart things with their money in these difficult times!


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