If I Had A Million Dollars I Would Do These 3 Things....

First off this question doesn't mean what it used to 10 years or more ago. But irregardless (*JUST kidding I would never say or write this non-word):

 

1) Real Estate - Investment - 500K

I'd use 500k to hedge as much as possible in this sector. I am comfortable with hold and buy that have decent cash flow. Target one area first, such as Greensboro, SC and buy a few properties. Multifamily and condos. If I had more money I would repeat this in a couple of markets as this is diversification. Cleveland, Cincinatti, San Antonio.

2)  Real Estate - Beach Home - 200K

One in The Philippines for around this? 

3) Real Estate - Vietnam Condo - 150K

I love Da Nang and for now want it part of my life. But being there with Ela for a month soon will solidify this.

4) Private Investing or Stocks - 150K

If I have a solid private investment opportunity then great. If not then put into a few ETFs (Gold one included)