As a real estate investor who often writes for other real estate investors, I hear many sneer at the idea of investing in stocks. “Why would I invest in the stock market when I can earn higher returns, which I…
Securities are one of the most important assets to understand when you’re starting to invest. Almost every investment you can make involves securities, so knowing about the different types of securities and how they fit in your portfolio can help…
It feels comfortable to have an expert on your side, leading many investors to seek the assistance of investment advisors. And with the stock market seeing regulatory upgrade after regulatory upgrade, investors feel safer and tend to have an overall…
If you’re familiar with the world of online banking, you’ve likely heard of Philadelphia-based Ally Bank. A subsidiary of Ally Financial, Ally Bank is one of the oldest and best-regarded online-only banks. It’s renowned for above-average yields, low fees, virtually…
Recently, a type of asset that’s been around for decades has been making headlines. Special purpose acquisition companies, or SPACs, are all the rage these days. Not only are these investment opportunities seeing quite a bit of popularity, they seem…
Mutual funds are a popular way for investors to build diversified, easy-to-manage portfolios. However, there are thousands of funds to choose from and no two funds are exactly the same. Understanding how mutual funds work and how to evaluate them…
With increasing numbers of people pouring into the markets, trying to take advantage of the current state of the world to get involved with day trading, you may have heard about the Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE) Volatility Index (VIX),…
Enron is a household name, but not the way that Walmart, Facebook, or Amazon are household names. No, the name Enron is synonymous with corporate fraud and corruption. The Enron story is one that’s riddled with false promises, skewed financial…
If you’re in a stable financial situation, with a steady income, an emergency fund, and no high-interest debt, you might start thinking about the future. Lots of people have long-term financial goals, such as buying a house, helping their children…
Conglomerates have become an important part of the United States economy. A conglomerate usually starts with a small company that does well. When the small company builds into a large one with plenty of free cash flow and looks to…
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