Miranda Marquit

Miranda's Latest Articles

• Load vs. no-load mutual funds: What’s the difference?

  It’s important to understand how a sales load on a fund can impact your overall real returns.

  3 min read Jun 10, 2021

  

• Stocks vs. mutual funds: Which should you invest in?

  It all depends on your goals and risk tolerance.

  3 min read May 28, 2021

  

• How to get a low-cost mortgage refinance

  Here are some ways to improve your chances of getting a low-cost mortgage refinance.

  5 min read May 11, 2021

  

• What are mortgage bonds?

  Like any investment, mortgage bonds come with varying levels of risk.

  3 min read May 11, 2021

  

• Investing for kids: How to teach the basics and get them started early

  If you want to set your child up for future success, teaching them about investing can be a good move.

  4 min read May 07, 2021

  

• Are CDs worth it? Here’s what experts say

  It still may be a while before rates increase again. Here’s what savers need to know.

  3 min read May 04, 2021

  

• What is a financial plan? How to build one for your goals

  Your financial plan is all about priorities. Here’s how to make one.

  3 min read Apr 16, 2021

  

• What credit score do I need to refinance my mortgage?

  If you have bad credit, you need to find ways to compensate for the additional risk.

  3 min read Apr 09, 2021

  

• What is a REIT?

  One way to start investing in real estate is to buy shares of a REIT.

  3 min read Mar 19, 2021

  

• What should I do with Series E savings bonds?

  Now might be the time to dust off those paper bonds and cash them in. Here’s what you need to know.

  3 min read Mar 09, 2021