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Investing Basics

What are junk bonds?

Junk bonds are often issued by struggling companies with a high risk of defaulting.

Do I need a financial advisor?

Not everyone’s financial situation calls for the extra help, but there are some instances where you might need one.

How to buy an S&P 500 index fund

S&P 500 index funds are incredibly popular with investors, for a number of reasons.

What is asset allocation?

Smart investors use asset allocation to create a portfolio that meets their financial needs and temperament

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Best stocks for beginners

Stocks in these areas are not all good buys, but they’re a great place to start.

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Corporate bonds: Here are the big risks and rewards

Bonds make regular cash payments, an advantage not always offered by stocks.

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5 ways to invest in farmland

Some investors think investing in farmland is recession proof. Here’s how to get started.

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In the money vs. out of the money: What each means for your options

Here’s what in-the-money options and out-of-the-money options are and how they differ.

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Best cryptocurrency exchanges and trading apps in September 2024

Increasingly, traders have more and more ways to access cryptocurrencies. Here are some of the top exchanges and apps to trade crypto.

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A guide to mutual fund investing

Not sure how to get started investing with mutual funds? We’ll help you understand the basics.

8 min read Sep 01, 2024
What are assets under management (AUM)?

AUM: What it means for your investments and fees

2 min read Aug 30, 2024
Passive income: How is it taxed?

Learn how passive income is taxed and ways you can lower what you pay to the IRS.

6 min read Aug 29, 2024
Fidelity Investments vs. Vanguard

Fidelity and Vanguard are two popular online brokers. Here’s what to know before opening an account.

4 min read Aug 29, 2024
Index funds vs. mutual funds: What’s the difference?

Index funds and mutual funds both offer investors the chance to invest in a diversified collection of assets.

4 min read Aug 29, 2024
How to invest in the Magnificent 7 stocks

The Magnificent 7 stocks have rewarded investors. Here’s how to buy them.

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Nvidia’s meteoric rise: Here’s how much investors have gained

Here’s how much the stock has returned to shareholders.

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Tax-loss harvesting: How to turn investment losses into money-saving tax breaks

Score a tax break on a poor investment to help offset other taxable gains.

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Stock market holidays in 2024: US markets are closed on these days

When is the stock market closed? Here’s a list of days when the major exchanges observe holidays.

1 min read Aug 29, 2024
Wealth manager vs. financial advisor

Financial advisors and wealth managers overlap in some ways, but each offer a number of different services.

6 min read Aug 28, 2024
What is a financial coach and what do they do?

Here’s how a financial coach can help you achieve your money goals.

3 min read Aug 28, 2024
How to avoid financial advisor scams

Signs of a financial advisor scam and how to avoid them.

4 min read Aug 28, 2024
What is financial planning? Learn how to get started.

If it involves finances, there’s a way to plan for it and optimize the outcome.

8 min read Aug 28, 2024
Top stocks of the past 100 years: What they reveal about long-term investing

Staying invested lets you harness the power of compounded returns in your portfolio.

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6 important SEC filings every stock investor should know about

Think SEC filings are boring? Think again. Here are the key filings every investor should know.

6 min read Aug 28, 2024

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