Seven Smart Places to Put Your Money After Payday

TLDRThis video provides seven low-risk areas to put your money after getting paid to grow your savings and net worth. These include necessities, treasury bills, high-yield savings accounts, investing in your hobbies, real estate, checking accounts, and retirement accounts.

Key insights

:moneybag:Necessities should be a priority when allocating your money.

:chart_with_upwards_trend:Investing in treasury bills can provide high interest rates and safety.

:bank:High-yield savings accounts offer higher interest rates than normal savings accounts.

:video_game:Investing in your hobbies can lead to fulfillment and potential side hustles.

:house:Consider real estate investing, such as house hacking or real estate crowdfunding.

Q&A

What is the 50/30/20 rule?

The 50/30/20 rule suggests allocating 50% of your money to needs, 30% to wants, and 20% to savings.

How can I invest in treasury bills?

You can invest in treasury bills through brokerage accounts, such as Vanguard.

What is a high-yield savings account?

A high-yield savings account is a savings account that offers a higher interest rate than regular savings accounts.

How can I monetize my hobbies?

You can monetize your hobbies by building skills and creating a website or blog to showcase your work.

What is house hacking?

House hacking refers to buying a house and renting out rooms to offset the housing payment.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction to the importance of where to put your money after getting paid.

00:30The first place your money should go is towards necessities, prioritizing needs over wants.

02:32Consider investing in treasury bills for high interest rates and safety.

03:53High-yield savings accounts offer higher interest rates and easy accessibility.

05:45Investing in your hobbies can bring fulfillment and potentially lead to side hustles.

07:32Real estate investment options, such as house hacking and real estate crowdfunding.

08:44Allocate a portion of your money to a checking account for immediate accessibility.

09:45Consider investing in retirement accounts for long-term wealth accumulation.