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Real Estate

Tax benefits of investing in SaaS and small business.

The same tax benefits you use to invest in oil and gas, real estate, or stocks can be utilized when investing in small businesses and private software (SaaS) companies. Here is a numbered, comprehensive list of tax benefits associated with investing in startups and small businesses: 1. Qualified Small Business Stock Exclusion: When you invest […]

Can a 1031 exchange be used to invest in small businesses and SaaS companies? Yes.

A 1031 exchange, also known as a like-kind exchange, is primarily associated with real estate investments. However, it can also be used to invest in small businesses, purchase stock in a startup, or buy convertible notes from a business. In a 1031 exchange, an investor can defer capital gains taxes by reinvesting the proceeds from […]

A Self-Directed IRA can be used in SaaS, too.

Any investor can start a self-directed IRA (Individual Retirement Account) and utilize it to invest in small businesses and private software companies through a process known as self-directed investing. Here’s how it can be done: Establish a Self-Directed IRA: The first step is to establish a self-directed IRA with a custodian that allows for alternative […]

Mailbox Money: Diversify Your Portfolio By Investing In Software With Jason Criddle

  Mailbox Money: Diversify Your Portfolio By Investing In Software With Jason Criddle  

Be Smartr with Jason Criddle

When people hear affiliate marketing, it is easy for them to associate it with Amazon. To clear the confusion, Jason Criddle shows how easy it is to start a business with affiliate marketing. He is an international best-selling author, investor, and CEO of SmartrHoldings. Together, Jason and host Mitch Stephen explain how simple and genius affiliate […]

Investing in Software Companies with Jason Criddle

Founder and partner at Jason Criddle and Associates and Smartr Holdings. Jason is also an International Best-Selling Author and serial entrepreneur. — To learn about our investment strategy and business plan If you’re interested in real estate investing, particularly passive real estate investing Dwaine Clarke has the resources you need to achieve financial freedom and […]

Security, interest, and double-dip benefits with convertible note investing.

When investing in convertible notes with performing small businesses and private software companies, there are several benefits that real estate lenders and investors can enjoy, depending on the structure of the investment: Principal and Interest Return: In the first scenario, where an investor utilizes a convertible note to have the principal and interest returned at […]

Utilizing Convertible Notes as a Lucrative Debt Opportunity in Early-Stage Companies.

As an investor, seeking out opportunities with high potential returns while managing risks is paramount. One avenue worth exploring is investing in convertible notes. These unique debt instruments allow investors to earn interest on their investment irrespective of the company’s valuation at the time of issuance. In this article, we will delve into the benefits […]

Take more losses as an active investor.

When investing in a small business, investors may be able to claim a larger tax deduction on personal losses compared to not making the investment to begin with. Here’s a brief explanation of how this can work: Ordinary Loss Deduction: By investing in a small business and actively participating in its operations, investors may be […]

Real Estate = Real Assets

Everybody needs to get into real estate! Whether you get a rental, looking to flip properties or just wholesale a contract to make a few extra thousand a month, we all need to be in real estate and here are some reasons why. First, real estate can provide freedom from the 9-5 everyday job that […]

Work From Home

Today, I don't have wisdom, just honesty. This is anger, exhaustion, and fear reflecting a spiritual struggle.

Today, I Don’t Have Wisdom, Just Honesty

Chaos Before Peace Today, I don’t have wisdom, just honesty. This title hits every single core of me.  In my writings, I will always keep it real and I will always be honest!  So here it is: I’m angry. I’m tired. I’m scared.  I am having the biggest spiritual battle as I am struggling with […]

Home Care

How Home Care Is Being Elevated by Future Healthcare Technology

Home Care Is Being Elevated Nowadays, you don’t always need to go to a hospital to think about what is happening in your body. Simple devices can track your heart rate. Similarly, a smartwatch can monitor sleep. The sensor can warn you about sudden changes. Video calls can connect you to doctors in minutes. The […]

Home Automation Switches

Smart Home Automation Switches: Your Complete Guide

Smart Home Automation Switches Tired of getting up to turn off the lights, and also imagine controlling your home’s lighting and appliances with your voice or a tap on your phone. It is seen as magic, but it is the reality of lifestyle. It is the magic of home automation switches. This product is not […]

Brilliant Lights

Brilliant Lights: The Next Big Trend Revolutionizing Modern Living

In today’s world, our homes are becoming smarter, more efficient, and changing the tune of our lifestyle. One of the best trends change life style is the rise of Brilliant Lights. It is not just ordinary bulbs or fixtures; its offer intelligent lighting systems designed to save energy, increase comfort, and add a touch of […]

Social Media Made Simple: A Beginner’s Guide To Getting Your Business Seen

Social Media: Modern Day Word-of-Mouth Happy Monday beautiful readers! When I was growing up, “getting the word out” about anything mean flyers on telephone poles, church bulletin announcements, a whole lot of knocking on doors, and the neighborhood grapevine.  When my Dad started his business, a mechanic shop, he woul leave his business cards at […]

Women of Wisdom & Faith: Lydia of Thyatira

A SmartrWomen Sunday Soul Series Happy Sunday beautiful readers!  I want to use Sunday blogs as a time of quiet refection, meditation, prayer and learning.  A time to quiet all the chaos of the week and re-center.  For some that means a quiet devotional and time spent in prayer, talking and listening to His words.  […]

When Doing More Means Doing Less: The Power of Taking a Break

We all have to remember to stop and smell the roses. I’ll be the first to admit I’m terrible at stopping.  I tell myself just 5 more minutes, and that turns into 2 more hours.  I’m literally living proof of this right now as I am writing this blog.  I told myself 2 hours ago, […]

online writing

How to write effective online content that engages your audience

Veteran writers would hate this blog post because it contradicts most of their writing methods. A specific word count, use of clever analogies and fancy vocabulary are becoming a thing of the past. These specifics might still work but in offline mediums.  When it comes to writing online, things are different. There is tons of […]

freelancing

Land your First Client as a Freelancer in 1 Week with No Experience

Starting a career or switching careers is overwhelming at any stage of life. Whether you are graduating and about to step into the practical world or you are going through a midlife crisis and desperately want to switch careers for your sanity, the pressure is always frantic. Things are more complicated and seem impossible if […]

Health

Today, I don't have wisdom, just honesty. This is anger, exhaustion, and fear reflecting a spiritual struggle.

Today, I Don’t Have Wisdom, Just Honesty

Chaos Before Peace Today, I don’t have wisdom, just honesty. This title hits every single core of me.  In my writings, I will always keep it real and I will always be honest!  So here it is: I’m angry. I’m tired. I’m scared.  I am having the biggest spiritual battle as I am struggling with […]

Home Care

How Home Care Is Being Elevated by Future Healthcare Technology

Home Care Is Being Elevated Nowadays, you don’t always need to go to a hospital to think about what is happening in your body. Simple devices can track your heart rate. Similarly, a smartwatch can monitor sleep. The sensor can warn you about sudden changes. Video calls can connect you to doctors in minutes. The […]

Our deepest fear

Our Deepest Fear Is That We Are Not Inadequate: Modern Life Upgrade.

Our Deepest Fear Is That We Are Not Inadequate The powerful cite is often misunderstand. More than people think about that low self-esteem due to they believe it means we fear we are not good enough. The real meaning is an actually the opposite. The site comes from Marianne Williamson’s book ‘A Return to Love’. […]

Women of Wisdom & Faith: Lydia of Thyatira

A SmartrWomen Sunday Soul Series Happy Sunday beautiful readers!  I want to use Sunday blogs as a time of quiet refection, meditation, prayer and learning.  A time to quiet all the chaos of the week and re-center.  For some that means a quiet devotional and time spent in prayer, talking and listening to His words.  […]

When Doing More Means Doing Less: The Power of Taking a Break

We all have to remember to stop and smell the roses. I’ll be the first to admit I’m terrible at stopping.  I tell myself just 5 more minutes, and that turns into 2 more hours.  I’m literally living proof of this right now as I am writing this blog.  I told myself 2 hours ago, […]

Who Is Christi Spruill?

Who Am I? I realized something today as I was pulling my notes together for this blog…I never actually introduced myself.  I came in full force, writing and posting like I owned the place, LOL.  Today, I am going to back up a bit.  I want to properly introduce myself and give you a glimpse […]

Investments

money market calculator

Money Market Calculator: Maximize Your Earnings with Smart Investments

Money Market Calculator In today’s world, making your money work for you is a key part of a smart living of lifestyle. If you want to save for a dream home, a new car, or just build a safety net of every rupee of count. But the best option for investment is how to be […]

Investment Banking and Startups

How Investment Banking and Startups Are Merging in the New Economy

Investment Banking and Startups Did you know that in today’s economy, startups and investment banking seem unrelated to each other? In the past few years, every third startup around the world has received funding from an investment bank. This is not a coincidence, but a new trend in the formation of modern business systems. A […]

How can a seasoned real estate investor dominate in the private business sector?

If a real estate investor is looking to diversify into investing in small businesses, private software companies, and providing private business loans for brands, here are some effective steps they can take: Research and Education Start by thoroughly researching and understanding the characteristics, risks, and potential rewards of investing in small businesses, private software companies, […]

Tax benefits of investing in SaaS and small business.

The same tax benefits you use to invest in oil and gas, real estate, or stocks can be utilized when investing in small businesses and private software (SaaS) companies. Here is a numbered, comprehensive list of tax benefits associated with investing in startups and small businesses: 1. Qualified Small Business Stock Exclusion: When you invest […]

Can a 1031 exchange be used to invest in small businesses and SaaS companies? Yes.

A 1031 exchange, also known as a like-kind exchange, is primarily associated with real estate investments. However, it can also be used to invest in small businesses, purchase stock in a startup, or buy convertible notes from a business. In a 1031 exchange, an investor can defer capital gains taxes by reinvesting the proceeds from […]