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.
It Was the Best of Times, It Was the Worst of Times
All about how missing the best market days (or the worst!) might affect your portfolio.
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What Smart Investors Know
Savvy investors take the time to separate emotion from fact.
The Threat of Identity Theft
An article informing readers about the threats of Identity Theft.
Bridging the Confidence Gap
In the world of finance, the effects of the "confidence gap" can be especially apparent.
Understanding ETFs: Building Blocks of Modern Investing
Educational ETF infographic explaining benefits, types & mechanics. Features current statistics and citations.
Types of Stock Market Analysis
Most stock market analysis falls into three broad groups: Fundamental, technical, and sentimental. Here’s a look at each.
How Financial Professionals Are Compensated
Read this overview to learn how financial advisors are compensated.
Emotional vs. Strategic Decisions
Information vs. instinct. Are your choices based on evidence of emotion?
Investing with Your Heart
For some, the social impact of investing is just as important as the return, perhaps more important.
Value vs. Growth Investing
Among stock-market investors there’s long been a debate between those who favor value and those who favor growth.
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How Compound Interest Works
Explore how compound interest can grow your money over time with this interactive tool.
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.
College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
How Can I Save a Million Dollars?
See what it takes in monthly contributions and time to reach a million-dollar savings goal.
Monthly Budget
Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
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What Can a Million Dollars Buy You?
$1 million in a diversified portfolio could help finance part of your retirement.
The Cycle of Investing
Understanding the cycle of investing may help you avoid easy pitfalls.
What Smart Investors Know
Savvy investors take the time to separate emotion from fact.
Bursting the Bubble
Tulips were the first, but they won’t be the last. What forms a “bubble” and what causes them to burst?
Global and International Funds
Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?
Emerging Market Opportunities
What are your options for investing in emerging markets?
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