Investing

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  How to invest with your HSA

  Here’s how to invest in your health savings account and take advantage of all that HSAs have to offer.

  5 min read May 19, 2023
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  What are assets under management (AUM)?

  AUM: What it means for your investments and fees

  2 min read May 18, 2023
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  What is a bull market and what does it mean for investors?

  The length of a bull market can vary widely — some just months, while others can last years.

  5 min read May 18, 2023
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  Do I need a financial advisor? When you should consider getting one

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

  4 min read May 18, 2023
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  What is a prospectus?

  Read this important document before deciding whether to make an investment.

  3 min read May 18, 2023
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  Financial planning essentials for young families

  Try to focus on things like upping your retirement contributions and building a solid budget to stay on track.

  3 min read May 18, 2023
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  Survey: More than half of investors bought, sold or withheld stock contributions this year due to inflation, safer bank returns

  Some 52 percent had taken action in response to inflation or interest rates.

  7 min read May 17, 2023
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  Warren Buffett’s portfolio: Here are the stocks Berkshire Hathaway is buying or selling

  Here are the latest changes to Berkshire Hathaway’s portfolio and Buffett’s top bets.

  4 min read May 16, 2023
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  5 best high-yield bond funds

  These high-yield bond funds can help boost your portfolio’s return.

  2 min read May 16, 2023
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  11 best investment apps in May 2023

  These standout apps can help get your finances organized and invested.

  11 min read Apr 01, 2023
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  10 best long-term investments in May 2023

  You can use time as a huge ally when planning your investments to build wealth in the long run.

  17 min read May 15, 2023
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  8 best short-term investments in May 2023

  Here’s where to turn when you’re searching for a safe place to stash cash for the short term.

  11 min read May 15, 2023
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  Best online brokers for stock trading in May 2023

  Consider the costs, educational resources and other factors before opening an account.

  8 min read May 15, 2023
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  Best index funds in May 2023

  These are ten of the top index funds to consider adding to your portfolio this year.

  13 min read May 15, 2023
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  12 most popular types of cryptocurrency

  Here are the largest cryptocurrencies by the total dollar value of the coins in existence.

  3 min read May 15, 2023
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  The Fed may soon stop raising rates — Is now a good time to buy stocks?

  The question for many investors now is: Is it time to buy stocks?

  6 min read May 15, 2023
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  Dollar-cost averaging: How to use the strategy to build wealth over time

  It works to take advantage of volatility and avoids the urge to “time the market.”

  6 min read May 12, 2023
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  Trying to time the stock market? Read this first

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

  4 min read May 12, 2023
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  Options vs. stocks: Which one is better for you?

  Stocks and options are closely related, but they’re very different things.

  7 min read May 11, 2023
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  5 disadvantages of a 529 college savings plan

  Despite the tax advantages, a 529 may not be the best way to build a college fund.

  6 min read May 11, 2023