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.
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The Fed and How It Got That Way
Here is a quick history of the Federal Reserve and an overview of what it does.
Diversification, Patience, and Consistency
Three important factors when it comes to your financial life.
The Real Cost of a Vacation Home
What if instead of buying that vacation home, you invested the money?
The Threat of Identity Theft
An article informing readers about the threats of Identity Theft.
The Sequence of Returns
A look at how variable rates of return impact investors over time.
Your Shifting Risk Tolerance
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Asset Allocation
Consider how your assets are allocated and if that allocation is consistent with your time frame and risk tolerance.
Impact Investing or Philanthropy
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Types of Stock Market Analysis
Most stock market analysis falls into three broad groups: Fundamental, technical, and sentimental. Here’s a look at each.
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Student Loan Payoff Calculator: Extra Payments Can Save You
See how extra payments toward your student loans could shorten your payoff timeline.
How Long Will Your Money Last?
See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
What Is the Dividend Yield?
Calculate the dividend yield of a holding and see what that means for income over time.
Bi-Weekly Mortgage Payments
See how switching to bi-weekly mortgage payments could reduce interest and shorten your loan.
Student Loan Refinance Calculator
Compare your current student loan terms to a potential refinance to see if it makes sense.
What Is My Net Worth?
Get a snapshot of your overall financial picture by calculating your total net worth.
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The Business Cycle
How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?
What Can a Million Dollars Buy You?
$1 million in a diversified portfolio could help finance part of your retirement.
Behavioral Finance
An amusing and whimsical look at behavioral finance best practices for investors.
16 Wall Street Cliches in 60 Seconds
Pundits say a lot of things about the markets. Let's see if you can keep up.
Emerging Market Opportunities
What are your options for investing in emerging markets?
Are Alternative Investments Right for You?
With alternative investments, it’s critical to sort through the complexity.
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