Investing

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Investing Basics

What is Bitcoin?

Some say Bitcoin is the future of currency while others decry it as just a speculative bubble.

6 min read

How to invest in crypto

Cryptocurrency is on fire these days and investors are looking to profit on its rise. Here’s what you need to know.

7 min read

How to open a Roth IRA

The sooner you open a Roth IRA, the better.

7 min read

What is a Treasury bond?

T-bonds are considered one of the safest investments you can make, since they’re backed by the U.S. government.

6 min read

Latest Articles

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 Aug 05, 2024
Cboe Volatility Index (VIX): What is it and how is it measured?

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 Aug 05, 2024
Earnings season: What it is and when it happens

Earnings season is an important time as companies publicly report their performance to investors.

3 min read Aug 02, 2024
What is a fiduciary?

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5 min read Jul 31, 2024
Bonds vs. bond funds: Which is right for you?

Learn the differences between bonds and bond funds to decide which is right for you.

5 min read Jul 31, 2024
What is the NYSE Composite Index?

The NYSE Composite Index tracks over 2,000 stocks on the New York Stock Exchange.

3 min read Jul 31, 2024
What is a 529 plan and how is it used?

529 plans can be a great way to save for education expenses on a tax-free basis.

7 min read Jul 31, 2024
Gainbridge annuity review: Company overview and annuity offerings

Gainbridge often offers competitive interest rates on its annuities.

4 min read Jul 31, 2024
Money market yields are high – Why that may not last and where to invest instead

Why money market fund yields could fall – where to invest before they do.

3 min read Jul 30, 2024
What happens to an annuity after you die?

Some annuity payments end upon the owner’s death, while others offer death benefits.

4 min read Jul 29, 2024
What is the best age to buy an annuity?

The annuity age 75 rule is a guideline for maximizing your payout. Learn more.

5 min read Jul 29, 2024
Bullish vs. bearish investors: What’s the difference?

What do charging bulls and roaring bears have to do with investing? Here’s what it means to be bullish or bearish.

3 min read Jul 25, 2024
Financial astrology: Using the stars to ‘predict’ market shifts

Financial astrologers believe cosmic patterns can predict market trends.

4 min read Jul 25, 2024
How much is a gold bar worth?

Here’s how much a gold bar is worth and the key factors to pay attention to.

3 min read Jul 25, 2024
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.

4 min read Jul 24, 2024
Ethereum ETFs: What they are and how to invest in them

A spot Ethereum ETF pools money from investors to purchase Ethereum directly.

3 min read Jul 24, 2024
Election 2024: How stocks perform in election years

Elections can influence both stock returns and investor behavior.

4 min read Jul 24, 2024
How to invest in a pro sports team

Here’s how to buy into a pro sports team and a few of the best available options.

5 min read Jul 24, 2024
Best Fidelity ETFs

Here are some the best-performing Fidelity ETFs to consider adding to your portfolio.

2 min read Jul 23, 2024
Single-stock ETFs: How to earn even bigger profits on Magnificent 7 stocks

Here is how single-stock ETFs work, how much you could make and the potential risks.

4 min read Jul 23, 2024