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  Schedule D: How to report your capital gains (or losses) to the IRS

  Sold an investment? The IRS wants a Schedule D.

  6 min read Apr 07, 2025
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  Timing the market? 3 investing strategies to use instead

  There are alternatives to timing the market such as dollar-cost averaging.

  3 min read Apr 07, 2025
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  What’s worse than tariffs? Uncertainty, says Fidelity

  Here’s what Fidelity is telling investors about Trump’s latest tariffs.

  2 min read Apr 07, 2025
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  Should you buy stocks during a recession?

  Take advantage of a market downturn by increasing your stock market investments.

  4 min read Apr 07, 2025
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  3 reasons to avoid panic selling stocks when markets are volatile

  Here’s why you should avoid panic selling when the markets fall, plus how to win.

  5 min read Apr 07, 2025
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  Black Monday stock market crash: Could it happen again?

  Black Monday wasn’t just a bad day — it was a systemic crisis.

  5 min read Apr 07, 2025
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  4 best investments to weather a recession

  After stocks have fallen, investors are paying a lower price for the growth of those businesses.

  7 min read Apr 07, 2025
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  5 top mistakes to avoid during a market sell-off

  Steer clear of these common investing pitfalls when markets are falling.

  4 min read Apr 07, 2025
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  What is market capitulation?

  Market capitulation is when investors sell due to fear. Identifying it is tough, but there are signs.

  3 min read Apr 07, 2025
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  Stocks enter bear market: 6 tips to avoid emotional investing

  Here are six tips to help keep emotions out of your investment decisions.

  4 min read Apr 07, 2025
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  VIX index: How Wall Street’s ‘fear gauge’ measures stock market volatility

  Heard of the VIX, but not quite sure what it means? We’ll give you the basics on this popular volatility index.

  3 min read Apr 07, 2025
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  Warren Buffett’s top 5 tips for surviving a bear market

  These five tips from Warren Buffett can help you navigate a bear market.

  4 min read Apr 07, 2025
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  Best inverse and short ETFs — here’s what to know before buying

  While these investments can potentially be lucrative, they are not for everyone.

  6 min read Apr 07, 2025
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  Best volatility ETFs: Use these funds to profit when the market falls

  Here are some of the best volatility ETFs and ETNs.

  5 min read Apr 07, 2025
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  6 best investments for beginners

  Here are some helpful tips on where to consider putting your money if you’re just starting out.

  6 min read Apr 04, 2025
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  Best ways to protect your wealth: 9 strategies to safeguard your nest egg

  Preserving your wealth is more about reducing risk than it is about amping gains.

  5 min read Apr 04, 2025
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  Mag 7 stocks enter bear market: What the Trump tariffs mean for big tech

  Here’s how the Trump tariffs could affect the Magnificent Seven.

  3 min read Apr 04, 2025
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  Is a one-time checkup with a financial advisor a good idea?

  You might be surprised at how much you can accomplish in an hour.

  4 min read Apr 04, 2025
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  Recession fears are rising — 4 investments to avoid if this isn’t a drill

  Avoiding certain investments during a recession can help minimize damages to your returns.

  3 min read Apr 04, 2025
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  Intel-Taiwan Semi joint venture: Intel stock is up, but why, asks analyst

  At least one analyst is questioning the rationale for the decision.

  2 min read Apr 04, 2025