Investment
Investing should be easy – just buy low and sell high – but most of us have trouble following that simple advice. There are principles and strategies that may enable you to put together an investment portfolio that reflects your risk tolerance, time horizon, and goals. Understanding these principles and strategies can help you avoid some of the pitfalls that snare some investors.
The Real Cost of a Vacation Home
What if instead of buying that vacation home, you invested the money?
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Inflation and Your Portfolio
Even low inflation rates can pose a threat to investment returns.
Rollover Unused 529 Funds to a Roth IRA
The SECURE Act 2.0 created a provision that allows unused funds from a 529 college savings account to rollover to a Roth IRA.
Global and International Funds
Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?
Understanding Equity Compensation
Net Unrealized Appreciation and how it affects tax responsibilities.
Pullbacks, Corrections, and Bear Markets
When the market experiences volatility, it may be a good time to review these common terms.
The Threat of Identity Theft
An article informing readers about the threats of Identity Theft.
What It Takes to Become an Accredited Investor
What does it take to be an accredited investor? Explore the details, & the types of investments offered to those who qualify.
A Taxing Story: Capital Gains and Losses
Understanding how capital gains are taxed may help you refine your investment strategies.
How Will the Economy React to AI?
What do concerns or uncertainty about AI mean for your future and your financial strategy?
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How Compound Interest Works
Explore how compound interest can grow your money over time with this interactive tool.
Monthly Budget
Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings
Compare how the same contribution grows differently in taxable versus tax-deferred accounts.
What Is the Dividend Yield?
Calculate the dividend yield of a holding and see what that means for income over time.
The Power of Interest - How Long Will it take My Money to Do
Use the Rule of 72 to estimate how long it takes your money to double at a given rate.
Student Loan Payoff Calculator: Extra Payments Can Save You
See how extra payments toward your student loans could shorten your payoff timeline.
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From Boats to Brokers
From the Dutch East India Company to Wall St., the stock market has a long and storied history.
The Real Cost of a Vacation Home
What if instead of buying that vacation home, you invested the money?
When Markets React
When markets shift, experienced investors stick to their strategy.
Behavioral Finance
An amusing and whimsical look at behavioral finance best practices for investors.
Emerging Market Opportunities
What are your options for investing in emerging markets?
Bursting the Bubble
Tulips were the first, but they won’t be the last. What forms a “bubble” and what causes them to burst?
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