Derek Huizinga is the CEO of May 15 Media, May 15 Life, and May 15 Exteriors. He has been a successful businessman and finance pro for 20 years. Follow him on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook.
How Did You Get Started With Investing Derek?
I have been into financial management and investing since high school. I took a Junior Achievement class and led a group of students to win a regional area stock market challenge. By age 19, I got into individual stock and mutual fun investments and I have been hooked (with many ups and downs) since for the last 20 years.
How Did You Begin Posting Financial Content Online And Which Online Platforms Do You Use The Most?
I began posting financial content with WordPress blogging through ownership of several news, general, finance related sites. Currently, I use LinkedIn, Instagram, and individual blogs to promote finance content and services.
What Is Your Favorite ETF Right Now?
Do you invest in any other securities or wealth vehicles? I like stability investments now since my business ventures involve more risk. XDTE from Roundhill Investments is the only ETF I am currently invested in. I have done individual, futures, crypto, traditional and Roth IRA, IUL, and unsecured loans, along with more investments such as websites and domain names.
What Do You Do In Your Personal Life That Helps With Your Financial Success?
All of these things factors in my personal life are key to maximize success: exercise, nutrition, faith, reading, adequate rest, and time spent with my wife. Travel is a must to gain new perspectives and refuel the tank of innovation!
What Is Your Top Piece Of Advice For Retail Investors?
Do your due diligence and place your risks 3-4x accordingly. Keep working capital when cash is required and give yourself the freedom of proper timing. The best investments in the world require proper timing... and even the worst investments come out ok with proper timing. Time things right and understand the cycles that the market takes!
Thank you so much Derek Huizinga for the exclusive interview!
