Investment
Investing should be easy – just buy low and sell high – but most of us have trouble following that simple advice. There are principles and strategies that may enable you to put together an investment portfolio that reflects your risk tolerance, time horizon, and goals. Understanding these principles and strategies can help you avoid some of the pitfalls that snare some investors.
Jane Bond: Infiltrating the Market
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, cracking the code on bonds.
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The Real Cost of a Vacation Home
What if instead of buying that vacation home, you invested the money?
Asset Allocation
Consider how your assets are allocated and if that allocation is consistent with your time frame and risk tolerance.
The Rule of 72
Do you know how long it may take for your investments to double in value? The Rule of 72 is a quick way to figure it out.
Value vs. Growth Investing
Among stock-market investors there’s long been a debate between those who favor value and those who favor growth.
How Financial Professionals Are Compensated
Read this overview to learn how financial advisors are compensated.
The Threat of Identity Theft
An article informing readers about the threats of Identity Theft.
TIPS for Inflation
If you are concerned about inflation and expect short-term interest rates may increase, TIPS could be worth considering.
Understanding Equity Compensation
Net Unrealized Appreciation and how it affects tax responsibilities.
Emotional vs. Strategic Decisions
Information vs. instinct. Are your choices based on evidence of emotion?
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What Is the Dividend Yield?
Calculate the dividend yield of a holding and see what that means for income over time.
Student Loan Payoff Calculator: Extra Payments Can Save You
See how extra payments toward your student loans could shorten your payoff timeline.
Wedding Budget Calculator
Estimate total wedding costs and see how different choices affect your overall budget.
How Can I Save a Million Dollars?
See what it takes in monthly contributions and time to reach a million-dollar savings goal.
How Compound Interest Works
Explore how compound interest can grow your money over time with this interactive tool.
Student Loan Refinance Calculator
Compare your current student loan terms to a potential refinance to see if it makes sense.
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The Business Cycle
How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?
Global and International Funds
Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?
Bursting the Bubble
Tulips were the first, but they won’t be the last. What forms a “bubble” and what causes them to burst?
Bull and Bear Go To Market
Learn about the difference between bulls and bears—markets, that is!
The Rule of 72
Do you know how long it may take for your investments to double in value? The Rule of 72 is a quick way to figure it out.
Behavioral Finance
An amusing and whimsical look at behavioral finance best practices for investors.
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