Investment Dilemmas: Where to Put Your Money for Maximum Impact

from Early Escape: FI & RE Guide · host Jake Carson and Lily Morgan

In this episode of Investment Dilemmas, we, Jake Carson and Lily Morgan, dive into a common challenge faced by many in the FIRE community: figuring out the best place to invest excess cash. Our listener has a solid foundation with over $126K in various accounts, including chequing, mutual funds, and TFSA holdings, but they’re unsure how to maximize their savings as they work toward a large down payment on a house. We’ll break down their current portfolio and explore whether it’s better to prioritize the TFSA, invest further, or take a different approach. If you’ve ever struggled with where to put your money for the best results, this episode is a must-listen!

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