Liz Enriquez

Liz Enriquez is an adventurer, entrepreneur, and life-long learner. Liz traveled around the world at age 21, saved $56,000 by age 23, purchased her house at age 24 and grew her net worth to $100,000 by age 26. She started her blog Ambitious Adulting (ambitiousadulting.com) to document and chronicle her learning journey about finances, and to help Canadians learn about saving, budgeting, and investing.

Articles by Liz Enriquez

10 Ways to Save for a Down Payment

10 Ways to Save for Down Payment

Finding ways to save for a down payment is a normal part of the process of purchasing a home. The majority of home buyers secure financing to make what is probably the largest purchase of their lives. Here are 10 practical ways to save for a down payment!

How to Set Good Financial Goals

How to Set Your Financial Goals for 2020

The end of the year is a great time to do some reflection and clean up your finances to prepare for the new year. We’re wrapping up a decade, and the future is bright. You’re wiser, smarter, and older. 2020 can be full of possibilities if you plan for them! Here are a few ways to get clear on your goals and set up your finances for the new year.

Buying a House in 2020

Buying a House in 2020: Things You Need to Know and Prepare

Homeownership is something many Canadians dream of. A place to call your own. With high housing prices, this goal may seem unattainable but there are some steps you can take to help you get there. If buying a house in 2020 is on your bucket list, here are the steps to prepare you.

How to Build Your Team Before You Buy a House

In a perfect world, you find a house you love, you buy it, and live happily ever after! If only house hunting was as fast and easy as a transaction at the mall. Buying a property is a process that requires time, money, energy, and a qualified team to help you navigate the journey. To help you build your team and prepare for a house purchase, here is what you need to know!

House Buying Tips - How to Buy a House with Your Partner

How to Buy a House with Your Partner

Buying a house is a big step. It’s expensive, time-consuming and stressful. But when everything is said and done, it can be one of the most rewarding experiences in your life. Having a partner to navigate this experience with you can be a blessing with the proper planning and communication. Here are 4 things to discuss with your partner before buying a house together.

Buying a House as a Single Lady at Age 24

If you’re in the market for a house and don’t know where to start, here are 5 lessons that Liz Enriquez shares about how she bought her first home as a newly-single person in 2016 at age 24.

The Pros and Cons of Putting Down 20% on a House

Should you put 20% down on your down payment? At the end of the day, there are pros and cons to everything, and Liz Enriquez, who bought her first house at age 24, shares the tips she used toward homeownership in order for you to make the most informed decision for yourself.