My investment experience has not expanded much in the traditional sense since getting involved in the self-directed process.  I still wonder about my mutual funds, and begrudgingly review my statements because, frankly, the stock market is not my cup of tea.  But I’m motivated from a different perspective now that I have taken control of my financial future. I know that I can hold my own in making informed decisions. In particular, I can make non-traditional investments as an alternative and diversify my portfolio.

So what’s a non-traditional investment? (more…)