My Top 3 Best Investments
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My Top 3 Favorite Investments (Plus Bonus Stock Market Tips)
Today I want to share my top 3 favorite types of investments. This post will give you some insight into how I think when it comes to investing. You’ll see that I don’t always follow the traditional rulebook — I take calculated risks and occasionally go with my gut. Sometimes, I even make investments based on the potential relationships they can lead to. But we’ll save those stories for another day. Let’s get into the post.
1. Real Estate
When it comes to real estate, I take a more cautious and research-heavy approach. I like to learn everything I can about the property and the surrounding area — the schools, local stores, neighborhood activity, and especially the property values. I always compare it with other homes in the area to understand potential returns.
The last thing I want is to put money into a property only to find out I can’t get my investment back unless I rent it out long term. Real estate is one area where I don’t go with my gut — I want facts. You never know what’s behind those walls, and surprises in real estate can be expensive. If I must take a risk, the neighborhood has to make it worth it.
2. Businesses
Now, when it comes to starting businesses, I’m a little more of a risk taker. I still take calculated risks, but I’m willing to roll the dice. I understand not every business will be a home run — but you miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.
Before I open anything, I study the area. I ask myself: What value can I bring to this community? What are the people like? Once I have a solid business idea, I check out the competition. I study what’s working for them and see how I can improve on it. I look for ways to stand out.
After gathering all the data, I meet with my team. We brainstorm, vote on ideas, and then make a move. It’s all about being informed, yet willing to act.
3. Jewelry (Gold)
Jewelry, especially gold, is one of my favorite investments. Why? Because gold has a long history — it once backed our entire currency system. In a way, owning gold is like cutting out the middleman and holding something with real, tangible value.
Gold tends to hold its value over time — but only if you know what to buy. Don’t just purchase anything someone offers. Know what you’re looking for, understand the market value, and be sure you’re paying a fair price. If you do your research, you’ll be fine. Plus, let’s be honest — it’s fun to wear.
Bonus: Stock Market Tips for Beginners
When most people decide to start investing, the stock market is usually their first thought — and that’s not a bad thing. In fact, I believe everyone should have some stocks in their investment portfolio.
The stock market allows you to buy shares in public companies. Share prices can range from a few cents to thousands of dollars. The more shares you own, the more profit you stand to make when prices rise — but there’s also risk involved if prices fall.
Here are 3 stock market tips to help beginners get started:
#1 – Invest in Companies You Know
Start by investing in companies you’re familiar with. This gives you an edge — you already understand the brand, its history, and how people interact with it.
For example, if you’re a fan of Nike or Jordan shoes and you track their release dates, you already know when sales will spike — and that’s often when stock prices go up. Familiarity helps you invest with confidence.
#2 – Surround Yourself with Like-Minded People
Find a community of investors. When you connect with like-minded people, you gain new perspectives, learn from their mistakes, and share insights. It’s never too late to learn something new, especially if it adds money to your bank account.
You don’t even have to do it in person — social media has plenty of investment groups you can join. These groups can help you discover new companies, exchange strategies, and stay updated on the market.
#3 – Follow the Money
Pay attention to what major players are doing. If a big-name investor is putting money into a company, it’s worth doing your own research on that company. That doesn’t mean blindly following them — always do your due diligence.
Remember, major players can afford to take bigger risks than the average investor, so don’t copy them without research. But following the money can help you discover opportunities. Look at what happened with Elon Musk and Bitcoin — his involvement helped push prices from $30,000 to over $60,000 at one point.
Final Thoughts
These are my top 3 favorite investment types — real estate, businesses, and jewelry — plus some bonus stock market tips. These aren’t the only places I put my money, but they are my go-to favorites.
I believe you should invest in anything you truly believe in. That’s why I included the bonus section — because even if you don’t start with real estate or a business, the stock market might be your first step.
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