Many investors view technology as a "been there, done that" investment, so is it really something we should focus on when we talk about the next generation? Absolutely. Tech isn't past its hay day, and I see a whole lot of opportunities brewing here both now and well into the future. I’m talking about the next generation companies at the forefront of the revolutionary technologies.

Full disclosure: I’m not a pet person. But at times, it feels like I’m the only one who isn’t. Still, I’m not blind to what’s going on right around me. No longer are our furry little friends considered additions to our families, they’re considered part of the family. One look at the numbers reveals an industry that is overflowing with investment opportunity – and I hope you're ready to take advantage of it with me.

One of the most interesting aspects of millennials is that even with the world at their smartphone fingertips, they would rather put their hard-earned money into experiences over material things. I think that’s pretty cool. Millennials spend an average of $1,200 on travel each year, and that number is only expected to grow – as are the ways investors can make money.

We’ve talked about the opportunities in social media and mobile lifestyle. Now let's look at another area of the economy that the millennials demographic will have a major impact on: the housing market. One out of every three homebuyers this year will be a millennial, equating to about 1.9 million homes, and it won’t stop there. This demographic is finally starting to leave the nest and we’re finally starting to see the snowball effect. It's a trend you don’t want to miss out on!

Gold is viewed as a safety investment in times of heightened uncertainty, and as geopolitical tensions escalate from Syria to North Korea, the precious metal is trading at a five-month high. The sector is on the verge of a breakout, and while I wouldn't buy just yet, I want to share four names worth keeping an eye on.

Millennials have grown up in a world that is connected 24 hours a day seven days a week, and their biggest online presence is in social media. Social media has changed the way our society communicates and gets their news, and there are several ways to play the booming trend. Check out today's article for two next-gen picks that represent a lot of opportunity.