Investing

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Investing Basics

Investing while in college

From the super-safe to the bold, these investing ideas could be an A+ for your savings.

8 min read

How to pick a stock for beginners

Found a stock to buy? Follow these five steps before making an investment.

4 min read

Highest dividend stocks in the Dow

These 10 stocks have the highest dividend yields in the Dow.

2 min read

Best 529 plans

Here’s where you’ll find low costs, good benefits and a solid record of investment performance.

11 min read

Latest Articles

Here’s what a crypto smart contract is and how it works

Smart contracts use blockchain technology to fulfill a pre-programmed contract.

4 min read Oct 07, 2024
What are the different types of stock to invest in?

What every investor should know about the different types of stock.

4 min read Oct 04, 2024
9 life events that your financial advisor can help with

Learn how a financial advisor can help you navigate life-changing events.

5 min read Oct 03, 2024
What is a dead cat bounce in investing?

Here’s what a dead cat bounce is and what this concept tells investors.

3 min read Oct 03, 2024
The best dividend mutual funds

The best dividend mutual funds are an attractive prospect for any investor, but especially for retirees.

3 min read Oct 03, 2024
What is an expense ratio and what’s a good one?

A fund with a high expense ratio could cost you 10 times – maybe more! – what you might otherwise pay.

6 min read Oct 02, 2024
What happens to idle cash in your portfolio? Sweep accounts, explained

Multiple financial firms are facing lawsuits over their low-yielding cash sweep accounts. What exactly are they?

5 min read Oct 02, 2024
Best margin rates at online brokers

Margin trading can be a risky endeavor. While it can magnify your gains, it also can magnify your losses.

3 min read Oct 02, 2024
How to get rich: 7 steps you can take to become wealthy

Here are seven things you can do to get rich and what to watch for along the way.

4 min read Oct 02, 2024
Return on equity: How to calculate ROE and use it to evaluate a company

Learn about return on equity (ROE), how to calculate ROE and its limitations.

4 min read Oct 01, 2024
Are some bonds safer than others?

Bonds are considered safer than stocks, but they do come with their own risk set.

5 min read Oct 01, 2024
How a financial advisor can help you fight inflation

Inflation’s impact on your retirement portfolio, explored.

6 min read Oct 01, 2024
How often do Treasury bonds pay interest?

While most banks give out interest every month, Uncle Sam keeps bond investors waiting longer.

7 min read Sep 30, 2024
How to cash out your crypto or Bitcoin

Here are five ways you can cash out your crypto or Bitcoin.

3 min read Sep 30, 2024
What is a financial counselor?

Be aware of uncertified counselors who may just be pushy salespeople in disguise.

2 min read Sep 30, 2024
What are the ‘Dogs of the Dow’ in 2024?

Here’s how the Dogs of the Dow strategy works and which companies are included.

3 min read Sep 30, 2024
Best monthly dividend stocks

Monthly dividend stocks let you experience the joy of getting paid 12 times a year.

5 min read Sep 30, 2024
Fundamental analysis: What it is and how to use it in investing

Investors use fundamental analysis to see whether a stock is overvalued or undervalued.

5 min read Sep 30, 2024
7 best emerging market ETFs: Top funds by performance

Emerging market ETFs offer a way to invest in growing countries, but they have risks.

5 min read Sep 29, 2024
Price-to-sales ratio: What it is and how to calculate it

A company’s price-to-sales ratio gives you an idea of its market valuation.

2 min read Sep 27, 2024