2022-12-16 19:10
The Federal Reserve raised its key interest rate on Wednesday by 50 basis points or a half-point, bringing it to a range of 4.25% to 4.5%, the highest level in 14 years, which will make borr… Read More
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2022-12-09 17:58
There are still three weeks left in December before the end of the year, allowing you time to make these key tax moves to improve your bottom line for 2022.
It’s not too late: Key end… Read More
2022-11-21 18:56
Young professionals under the age of 35 who are making more than $100K per year are fleeing California and New York. Find out why they’re leaving and where they’re going to make… Read More
2022-11-16 18:36
Two terms you hear tossed around are Value Investing vs Growth Investing. What are the differences? Which is riskier? Here is a look at both, along with their pros and cons, to help you deci… Read More
2022-11-04 18:40
Only have $5000 to invest? With US inflation reaching 8.6% in June, every dollar in your pocket is losing value, and there are many ways to invest at better yields than savings accounts safe… Read More
2022-10-27 18:02
The last opportunity to secure an annual interest rate of 9.62% for Series I bonds for six months, as you must purchase and receive your confirmation email by October 28, before a rate drop… Read More
2022-10-18 18:39
Here’s a simple look at the differences between active and passive investing. The latter is the more popular approach; however, active investing comes with its own unique benefits.
Eit… Read More
2022-10-10 18:23
At a time of economic uncertainty and inflation, many are asking which is the better investment in the current environment – treasury notes or dividend stocks? Find out the answer, plu… Read More
2022-10-04 20:05
Amid high inflation and rumors of a recession, investing is more confusing than ever. Billionaire guru Warren Buffett has a simple strategy that anyone can try, especially those new to inves… Read More
2022-09-30 21:02
One of the most important retirement strategies is selecting the right asset allocation for your 401(k). Here are a few of the top-performing 401(k) funds in 2022.
Choosing a 401(k) fund
Exp… Read More
2022-09-06 19:44
There are certainly more than five reasons to buy Apple stock and keep it a permanent part of your portfolio, but we will focus on just a quintet of core points to demonstrate why this stock… Read More
2022-09-01 19:52
One smart thing some of the smartest people do is let other smart people do the heavy lifting for them. Experts say the smartest people in finance do “one thing” that makes all t… Read More
2022-08-22 18:44
Food inflation has now made it cheaper to dine out than at home, while experts say a recession is more likely than not. The latest updates and predictions on inflation and how it could impac… Read More
2022-08-18 15:20
Robert Kiyosaki, Rich Dad Poor Dad author and personal finance expert, is touting silver as the best-value investment in today’s market while predicting a historic crash in recent twee… Read More
2022-08-10 22:22
Penny stocks are a low-cost way of investing. Here’s a look at what penny stocks are, why to buy them, how to pick them, how to trade them, the risks, pros, cons, scams, and the basics… Read More
2022-08-04 17:45
A 31-year-old self-made millionaire shares his investing and savings secrets of how he started with only $5000 and turned it into seven figures within seven years, as well as what can be lea… Read More
2022-07-29 16:58
Bear market brings great buy-in opportunity on 5 stocks in July
Investors should always ask themselves what would Buffett do? We don’t mean “What would Jimmy Buffett do?… Read More
2022-07-21 17:38
Warren Buffett, considered the world’s greatest investor, believes Bitcoin “isn’t going to do anything,” and says there are two tangible assets that produce something… Read More
2022-07-11 19:42
Is a recession coming? The experts can’t agree, but they do agree inflation is likely with us for the next year, and with a volatile market, investors are looking for safe bets. Here a… Read More
2022-07-05 17:25
With no slowing and inflation and a recession looming, the stock market is going in fits and starts, with the S&P 500 posting its worst first-half performance in decades. How to recover… Read More
2022-07-05 14:50
Many people are investing in gold as a hedge against inflation, but silver also provides unique investment opportunities, not only as a physical metal but also as stocks and exchange-traded… Read More
2022-06-24 13:18
The price of Bitcoin swelled to $20,654 early on Monday, dropping below $18K on Saturday, losing nearly 60% of its value this year, and is creating a ripple meltdown in the cryptocurrency se… Read More
2022-06-16 16:28
The stock market has just entered a ‘bear market,’ presenting an opportunity for new investors to purchase stocks at a discount, and making the right buys can pay off over the lo… Read More
2022-06-10 21:26
As inflation skyrockets the cost of everything, you probably don’t have to add that extra bump in tips you did amid the pandemic, but certain services still should be tipped. Here are… Read More
2022-06-09 19:58
The 10-year yield on bonds has jumped to 2.9%, and as stocks tumble amid inflation woes, many individual investors are taking advantage of the higher interest payments offered by Treasury Se… Read More
2022-05-27 19:26
The “Rule of 72” is a gauge investors use to determine how quickly their money will double in value and, applied in reverse, this method can show you the length of time your mone… Read More
2022-05-16 17:14
The pandemic kicked off the Great Resignation, with many workers retiring sooner and taking reduced Social Security. Then inflation hit and a need to go back to work. What you need to k… Read More
2022-05-11 16:22
Cryptocurrency is plummeting, primarily driven by the Bitcoin crash, and is even hitting the crypto brokerage Coinbase extremely hard, with tech stocks feeling a crunch as well. Elon Musk an… Read More
2022-04-28 14:47
Want to become better informed about money and personal finances? A group of finance experts recently recommended the following books for anyone wishing to increase their financial knowledge… Read More
2022-04-26 01:03
Investing doesn’t have to be overwhelming, and here are some tips from some seasoned veterans on how to make investing simpler and ways to minimize stress throughout the process.
Reduc… Read More
2022-04-15 15:37
The best time to start investing is right now, and even if you only have $1000 to spend, some stocks are solid buys that are likely to ride the tide of inflation and gain in value over time… Read More
2022-04-05 19:28
Deutsche Bank warned the US Federal Reserve would push the economy into a recession. Is now the time to invest, or should you wait? The experts argue the market is never truly stable, and he… Read More
2022-03-31 14:55
Investing legend Warren Buffett recommends buying and holding stock from quality companies during lean times. Here are six companies whose stock has outperformed the S&P 500 during the l… Read More
2022-03-22 14:20
As inflation continues to skyrocket, the effect is now being felt on the stock market, with some wondering if it has finally hit bottom. The Federal Reserve has announced more interest rate… Read More
2022-03-17 14:31
Some people have hesitated to invest in cryptocurrencies, partly out of not understanding them, partly because of their volatility, but more people are investing in Bitcoin. Things to consid… Read More
2022-03-10 16:03
Saving for retirement should be your #1 financial goal. Here are some time-tested tips from investment experts to help you turn your savings into successful income-producing testing for reti… Read More
2022-03-04 18:09
Personal finance should be required in high school, says a former state board of education President who argues “managing money” is a skill students need before entering the work… Read More
2022-02-22 18:29
A recent survey found that most Americans believe you need to earn at least $60K annually to have enough disposable income to begin investing, but that is not true. Here’s what you nee… Read More
2022-02-17 15:18
The IRS is encouraging taxpayers to file early due to backlogs and staff shortages, so it’s important to have an early understanding of the tax changes for 2021 and how they may help o… Read More
2022-02-08 17:29
Wouldn’t it be nice to retire 17-20 years early? A new movement called the financial independence, retire early (FIRE) movement is afoot, spreading information about making money moves… Read More
2022-01-31 21:02
You still have time to contribute to retirement investment that can help you qualify for the tax credit to help you save up to $1000 and get you triple benefits if combined with a 401(k) or… Read More
2022-01-25 21:06
With the US at its highest level of inflation in nearly 40 years, perhaps the only good news is that there are time-tested methods investors have used in the past for hedging against inflati… Read More
2022-01-20 16:31
Experts say the closer you get to retirement, the less risk you should take with investments, so how do you invest after retirement? Inflation is a concern, and you may need additi… Read More
2022-01-12 15:56
Diversification is the key to making safer investments, an important move for beginners. Here are five of the best funds for newbie investors to get started with on fairly safe footing while… Read More
2022-01-05 17:51
Experts say dividend stocks can be an excellent investment with U.S. interest rates currently low. Here are six dividend stocks with low payouts that are safe investments.
What makes certain… Read More
2021-12-27 17:05
1. Examine and evaluate your cash holdings
Before you look at your extra cash at the end of the year and assume you have a little extra to invest, take a step back and evaluate the situation… Read More
2021-12-20 16:14
If you’re thinking of buying or selling a home, investing in real estate, or are a realtor or lender – the coming trends will affect your finances. Here are some important trends… Read More
2021-12-15 15:42
A diversified portfolio means spreading your investment around into several different areas to minimize your risk of losing your money. Here are some tips and formulas for balancing gains ag… Read More
2021-12-09 18:57
Many people never take the plunge of investing over fears their inexperience or lack of knowledge will cause them to fail, but everyone has to start somewhere. Here are some tips for dipping… Read More
2021-11-29 17:29
If you’re just getting started in investing, picking stocks requires doing some homework beforehand. Here are five tips for newbie investors.
Look for profitability over time.
Just bec… Read More
2021-11-22 17:08
Should or shouldn’t you invest in cryptocurrency? There are lots of pros and cons. Crypto could be a better hedge than gold against inflation, and adoption is growing, which signals th… Read More
2021-11-15 18:28
What do stocks and bonds look like for 2022? The experts from Wall Street disagree, with some wary and others bullish. Here’s a look at what they foresee ahead in the outlook for next… Read More
2021-11-08 17:18
NFTs, or non-fungible tokens, which guarantee ownership of a unique asset — usually one that is digital such as a piece of art, musical composition, or item within a video game —… Read More
2021-11-02 17:56
Banks, like any other business, are keeping shop to make money off you the consumer, which means they aren’t necessarily brutally honest in telling you everything you should know &ndas&hell…Read More
2021-10-25 20:00
Your financial future rests on never losing sight of five key pillars that hold up everything that rests upon them, all the investment strategies in the world will not benefit you if you&rsq&hell…Read More
2021-10-19 20:45
Investing in mutual funds is becoming popular, and one such fund is debt mutual funds. Here are a few things to consider and look for when you are considering investing in these low-risk mut… Read More
2021-10-13 20:10
A panel of experts on cryptocurrency, from those earning fortunes to detractors, answer some basic questions on digital coins to help novices gain their footing in a recent interview with CN… Read More
2021-10-06 12:55
After Bank of America declared that cryptocurrency was “too large to ignore” as a digital asset, Bitcoin rallied to around $50,000, its highest since early Sept., as digital coin… Read More
2021-09-27 19:31
If you’re looking for good investments for the fourth and final quarter of 2021, according to an analysis on the top companies to watch, here are the top 5 companies to keep an eye on… Read More
2021-09-21 19:20
Bonds are viewed as a safe investment, particularly for retirees, but bonds aren’t entirely risk-free especially those for companies or municipalities, nonetheless, US treasuries remai… Read More
2021-09-14 20:43
One risk cryptocurrency investors face are pump and dump schemes, and scammers posing as Walmart using a falsified news release did just that on Monday, sending Litecoin surging 25%; How to… Read More
2021-09-07 17:26
Before you jump into investing, there are some key things you need to do that will save you from making mistakes and losing money, as well as helping you to make money quicker, according to… Read More
2021-08-31 18:34
The biggest mistake that most people make with their money is not thinking critically about it. Your money isn’t something to casually think about, spending it on whatever and only wor… Read More
2021-08-31 18:31
If you go to get a loan, whether it’s for a car, a house, or just for personal use, you need good credit. Credit is a quick indicator of your financial trustworthiness. Pretty much eve… Read More
2021-08-31 18:27
We all know what it feels like to get your paycheck after weeks of waiting, turn around to spend it on the things you’ve been dying to buy, and then run out of money days later. This p… Read More
2021-08-31 18:21
One of the easiest ways to fail to save money like you should is to frame saving in the wrong way. Are you saving for the future in a formless way? Do you know what your saving is moving tow… Read More
2021-08-31 18:14
When it comes to finding entertainment, it’s tempting to spend a ton of money. After all, new video games are quite expensive, board games cost a ton of money, and there are always new… Read More
2021-08-31 18:09
Millennials, in general, are distrustful of saving money the old-fashioned way. Institutions like Social Security, the stock market, and even some types of savings accounts are generally not… Read More
2021-08-31 18:03
Budgeting doesn’t need to be hard! Truly, anyone can learn how to budget and live a more frugal lifestyle. You don’t need to be a pro at saving money and frugal buying to get sta… Read More
2021-08-31 17:00
Some people take their financial knowledge for granted. For some young adults, their knowledge of real finance tips might be fleeting at best. The worst part is, these younger adults often d… Read More
2021-08-31 15:37
Millennials and Generation Z have approach things very differently than previous generations, such as choosing careers that have meaning and impact, which is why they are the driving force b… Read More
2021-08-30 20:46
It is estimated that 80 percent of adults have a magnesium deficiency, making it one of the leading nutrient deficiencies in adults.
Certain foods and beverages can strip your body of its… Read More
2021-08-26 20:22
Building a strong financial future is all about creating a system that starts with a financial plan for investing that allows you to meet your targets every month. Saving becomes automatic&n&hell…Read More
2021-08-19 14:27
What to do with extra cash will be different for everyone, depending on the number of working years you have left and how close you are to retirement, here are things to consider for saving… Read More
2021-08-10 15:16
Don’t have a lot of money to invest but want to get started investing? Here are two simple investment strategies for beginners or those on a budget to make a great first step towards i… Read More
2021-08-03 18:25
If you dream of becoming financially independent one day, your chances go up exponentially the younger you start, but you can still make gains even if you’re older, it’s all abou… Read More
2021-07-26 15:46
Bitcoin surged to its highest number in nearly six weeks, while US real yields fall to record low and Treasury yields drop, gasoline prices have dipped slightly; plus, we reveal the most sig… Read More
2021-07-20 14:47
Bitcoin fell below $30K while nearly two dozen top stocks tumbled 30% or more from 52-week highs, as the entire crypto market lost $89 billion, investors are eying gold, while Fed casts a wa… Read More
2021-07-12 16:46
Some of the world’s top tech companies were driving stocks, as eight large-cap tech companies accounted for more than half of the S&P 500’s 7.3% gain, while Virgin Galactic j… Read More
2021-07-06 14:10
Social Security is about to get a cost-of-living adjustment, but while that might sound like good news on the surface, don’t get too excited yet. It’s possible that a bigger chec… Read More
2021-07-02 13:54
The term “investing” is used a lot to describe things that you might find a bit daunting. However, investing doesn’t need to be some mysterious thing that’s just rese… Read More
2021-07-02 13:34
There’s a very good reason that there has been a movement toward handling payroll for businesses online instead of using the more traditional methods. For starters, the traditional met… Read More
2021-07-02 13:33
Small business owners know just how stressful it can be to juggle all the things you need to do right in order to succeed in today’s world. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, don&rsq&hell…Read More
2021-07-02 13:31
When you’re hiring help for your small business, what do you look for? There are tons of different opinions on what makes a good employee, but some of the basics are universal. Today… Read More
2021-06-30 17:36
Trading app Robinhood was ordered to pay roughly $70 million in fines for harming millions of customers. The penalty was the largest ever imposed by the Financial Industrial Regulatory Autho… Read More
2021-06-29 20:34
Signs are beginning to emerge that seem to imply that the pandemic-induced recession may be over as jobs, housing and stocks are making a comeback indicating that the US economy is in recove… Read More
2021-06-23 15:58
Scientists say a method of using carbon dioxide, solar power and microbes could produce 10 times the amount of protein derived from plants using a tenth of the land while having “very… Read More
2021-06-15 14:32
A 27-year-old North Korean woman who fled the communist nation says the indoctrination of students she witnessed at a prestigious American university made her fear the US is suffering from t… Read More
2021-06-07 15:14
In the wake of the two-year suspension announced for former president Donald Trump by Facebook on Friday, the company will no longer make exceptions for any politicians. Previously, politici… Read More
2021-06-01 14:02
Amid concerns that the falling number of working-age people could affect its global dominance, China will now allow couples to have up to three children. However, Amnesty International calls… Read More
2021-05-25 15:32
A new breakthrough form of gene therapy could transform the lives of millions of people who suffer from blindness, as a man who has been totally blind for 40 years got his vision partially r… Read More
2021-05-17 20:31
In a bombshell revelation, numerous US intelligence and military officials said encounters with UAPs – more commonly known as UFOs – occur “every day” and these craft… Read More
2021-05-10 15:09
The majority of Americans use social media once a day or more, but nearly two-thirds of adults believe social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter are tearing the nation apart, accordin… Read More
2021-05-05 14:15
If you’re over the age of 55, there’s a good chance you’re looking to downsize to a smaller living space. Big homes are great when you’re a working person or your chi… Read More
2021-05-04 20:06
A former reality TV star has been arrested on shocking charges by US Marshalls. Josh Duggar, one of the stars of the reality TV series 19 Kids and Counting, was arrested on Thursday and plac… Read More
2021-05-04 16:30
After 27 years of marriage, one of the world’s richest couples have announced they are divorcing, leaving the future of their philanthropic organization in question. What will happen t… Read More
2021-05-03 19:05
The Paycheck Protection Plan, better known as the “PPP,” was implemented back in early 2020 when the global situation took a turn for the worst. The plan was implemented as a way… Read More
2021-04-27 14:03
A declining birthrate and leveling immigration over the past decade shows the United States entering an era of markedly lower population growth. In fact, it’s the second slowest rate s… Read More
2021-04-19 14:37
The historic first powered flight of a human-made craft on another world occurred as NASA piloted its small “Ingenuity” helicopter on Mars, successfully making an aerial explorat… Read More
2021-04-12 15:35
In Minnesota, an unarmed black man was shot and killed attempting to flee after a traffic stop identified him as having an outstanding warrant. Rioting and looting occurred in the aftermath… Read More
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