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Empowering Minds: The Power of Lifelong Learning and Financial Literacy
Commitment to education is essential because it empowers individuals to reach their full potential, enhances critical thinking and problem-s
Carrie Cook
Jul 19, 20243 min read
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The Role of Hard Money Lenders in Fueling Real Estate Development
The concept of hard money dates back to the Great Depression in the United States. The collapse of the banking industry destroyed consumer
Carrie Cook
Apr 5, 20243 min read
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Investing with Confidence: A Deep Dive into the Strategies Behind Ignite Funding’s Success
People invest in real estate for various reasons, including long-term appreciation, rental income, portfolio diversification, and tax benefi
Carrie Cook
Mar 15, 20243 min read
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Investing in Success: A Personal Journey as CEO and President
Some investments may be attractive to some and not to others. If I were a betting woman, I would say that given my profession in real estate
Carrie Cook
Mar 1, 20243 min read
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Ignite Funding Unveiled: The Story Behind Building a Successful Real Estate Investment Platform
I never dreamt that I would be a CIO - but running a company means you are (or should be) the most knowledgeable person within the...
Carrie Cook
Feb 2, 20243 min read
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Navigating Leadership: Balancing the Roles of CEO and President of Two Companies
As a business grows, you are expected to open a second location. What is uncommon is running distinctly different businesses at the same tim
Carrie Cook
Jan 19, 20244 min read
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High-Income Earners: It's Possible to Achieve Tax-Free Income in Retirement
Part 3 The “Mega” in mega backdoor Roth IRA You can convert as much as you want anytime you want from a Traditional IRA, SEP IRA, Solo...
Carrie Cook
Sep 20, 20213 min read
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High-Income Earners: It's Possible to Achieve Tax-Free Income in Retirement
Part 2 Roth IRA contributions are limited by your modified adjusted gross income (MAGI). For 2021, your Roth IRA contribution limit is...
Carrie Cook
Sep 14, 20211 min read
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High-Income Earners: It's Possible to Achieve Tax-Free Income in Retirement
Part 1 There are many ways to save for retirement, each with different benefits and limitations associated. Most people are familiar with...
Carrie Cook
Sep 6, 20211 min read
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Creativity is a Beautiful Thing
My creativeness catches people off guard. If you have been reading my blogs, you know that my grandmother was an inspiration in my life....
Carrie Cook
May 31, 20212 min read
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From CEO to Glamping!
Time flies when you are having fun, working hard, and when reality sets in that your baby is now a full-fledged teenager. It feels like...
Carrie Cook
May 24, 20213 min read
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Investment Advice for 40 somethings...
The biggest issue as you amass wealth is how to keep it. Since I am a 40 something and I have practiced what I preach with the skills...
Carrie Cook
Apr 5, 20213 min read
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Investment Advice for 30 somethings...
Are you making a financial faux pas. As I was writing my “Investment Advice for 20 Somethings”, I felt like it would be very...
Carrie Cook
Mar 29, 20214 min read
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Investment Advice for 20 somethings...
What investment advice I wish I knew when I was their age. One of my younger employees, a 20 something year-old, asked me what investment...
Carrie Cook
Mar 22, 20213 min read
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Transparency: A Business Essential
Is transparency a buzzword, a culture, a requirement? No, it is just the right thing to do. What does the word transparency mean to you?...
Carrie Cook
Jan 25, 20212 min read
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The 10 Lessons that I Learned on my Way to the Top: Lessons 6-10
I was making moves to the top at the missteps of others. In walks lesson six and that is never disrespect your authority when managing...
Carrie Cook
Jan 14, 20213 min read
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Does Who You Admire Matter? Part 4
Asking Permission or Begging Forgiveness? My mentor taught me that if you want something, go get it. Do not ask permission and do not beg...
Carrie Cook
Dec 21, 20201 min read
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Does Who You Admire Matter? Part 3
Having a mentor is not a sign of weakness; it shows you are smart enough and are driven enough to succeed.
Carrie Cook
Dec 17, 20204 min read
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Does Who You Admire Matter? Part 2
Prove It Up Some people are comfortable living their lives in the shadows of others. Chances are if you are reading this blog you are not...
Carrie Cook
Dec 14, 20202 min read
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Does Who You Admire Matter? Part 1
Mentors and Interns Having a mentor and being a mentor is the most important role everyone should experience, whether the mentee or...
Carrie Cook
Dec 10, 20202 min read
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