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The Federal Reserve, commonly known as the Fed, is the central bank of the United States. It’s tasked with managing the nation’s economy, providing banking services to the US government, and determining monetary policy. Learn more about its history and how it works.
No, “HODL” is not a typo or misspelling. At least not anymore — today it’s a meme turned rallying cry for committed cryptocurrency investors. Learn about HODL and what it means in the world of trading and investing.
The American Precious Metals Exchange (APMEX) is one of the largest precious metals dealers in the U.S. It has one of the largest selections of precious metals and currency products you’ll find online. Learn about the key features of APMEX and its advantages and disadvantages.
Like aging or weight gain, inflation tends to creep up on you so gradually you don’t even notice it, but over time, it has a huge impact. How can you protect your retirement savings from the slow decay of inflation? Here are time-tested strategies you can use to combat inflation’s effects.
Self-directed IRAs offer flexibility to enjoy tax benefits while investing in alternative assets such as real estate and franchises. But they come with significant restrictions and cumbersome administrative hurdles. Learn more about self-directed IRAs and their pros, cons, and limitations.
If you’re not content with investing in the same old stocks, bonds, and mutual funds in your retirement account, you might want to create a self-directed IRA to invest in almost anything. Learn about the best providers for self-directed IRA accounts and how to choose the best one for you.
Vanguard Digital Advisor is a low-cost robo-advisor for long-term investors who want to own broadly diversified portfolios. It’s a solid, inexpensive, beginner-friendly option. Learn about Vanguard Digital Advisor, its key features, and its pros and cons to determine whether it’s right for you
By your 60s, you’ve already achieved plenty of financial milestones in your adult life. You’re in the home stretch, with retirement in sight. Learn about the fundamentals to consider as you review your personal finances and investments to prepare for your transition to life after full-time work.
In your 50s, you start to see retirement on the horizon. Hopefully that’s exciting, but if you look at your retirement savings and feel more grim than giddy, you still have enough time to build up that nest egg. Learn how to invest in your 50s and what special factors to consider.
Your 40s is a transitional decade between early adulthood and middle age. It’s also a pivotal period in your career as an investor. Learn how to navigate its ups and downs without exposing yourself to undue risk or leaving money on the table.
There are many types of investment accounts. Some let you invest and withdraw as much as you want, whenever you want. Others come with tax advantages but come with contribution and withdrawal limitations. Learn about the most common types of investment accounts and how they differ.