A brief outline of my current impact investing strategy:
- Vanguard FTSE Social Index Fund Admiral Shares (VFTAX) – An ESG-screened index fund held directly with Vanguard in Traditional, Roth, and SEP IRA accounts.
- Paying off home mortgage early.
- Rental property in town. Managed with a focus on being responsible and responsive property managers, offering quality homes at reasonable prices, and taking care of the property in an environmentally responsible manner.
- Investments in small businesses through the Small Business Bond Exchange.
- Stock shares of renewable energy companies through Robinhood.
- Investments in small and historically marginalized businesses through the Calvert Community Investment Note.
- Installation of solar panels on my primary residence with a payback period of less than 10 years and a lifespan of 25 years.