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• Stock buybacks: Why do companies repurchase their own shares and is it good for investors?

  Properly executed stock repurchases are one of the best and lowest-risk ways to create value for shareholders.

  5 min read Oct 29, 2020

  

• Penny stocks: Here’s what they are and why they’re so risky

  These low-priced stocks are highly speculative, and include some of the market’s smallest companies.

  4 min read Oct 28, 2020

  

• What is a robo-adviser?

  A robo-adviser is a fancy term for an adviser that automates the process of financial planning.

  5 min read Oct 27, 2020

  

• Best brokers for fractional share investing in October 2020

  The ability to buy fractional shares is huge, especially for investors just starting out.

  4 min read Oct 21, 2020

  

• Backdoor Roth IRA: What it is and the benefits of setting one up

  If you want to open a Roth IRA and make too much money to do so, don’t fret.

  5 min read Oct 16, 2020

  

• Survey: Just 22% of experts see the stock market outperforming over next 5 years

  The reasons for the dour expectations are many, especially on key fundamental factors.

  7 min read Oct 15, 2020

  

• Mutual fund vs. ETF: Here’s how these popular investments compare

  ETFs hold an edge because they tend to use passive investing and have some tax advantages.

  8 min read Oct 15, 2020

  

• Need a financial adviser? 5 situations where it’s likely worth it

  More specialized, complex or individualized tasks may require you to consult a financial adviser.

  4 min read Oct 12, 2020

  

• Stocks and the Halloween Effect: Here’s what this weird indicator means for investors

  Even more oddly, the Halloween Effect seems to work not only in the U.S. but also around the world.

  3 min read Oct 09, 2020

  

• Robo-advisers vs. financial advisers: How to decide which is best for you

  The industry has begun to embrace robo-advisers, merging their automation with traditional financial advice.

  5 min read Oct 07, 2020