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Barbara Eisner Bayer

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Barbara has written about personal finance and investing for over 24 years for E*Trade, SoFi, Discover Banking, HouseLogic, Schwab, Merrill Lynch, and many others. She's the former Managing Editor of Mortgageloan.com and Credit-land.com, and has been with the Motley Fool since its early days.

Recent Articles by Barbara Eisner Bayer

WEdding rings on money

Jul 20, 2023 by Barbara Eisner Bayer

5 Financial Conversations to Have With Your Fiancé Before You Walk Down the Aisle

These talks will ensure that you're starting your financial partnership on the right track.

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Jul 19, 2023 by Barbara Eisner Bayer

When Is the Right Time to Take Over Your Elderly Parents' Finances?

Talk to your parents about managing their finances while they're still mentally competent.

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Jun 21, 2023 by Barbara Eisner Bayer

New to Investing? 4 Warren Buffett Tips to Pick Your First Stocks

Let billionaire investor Warren Buffett teach you how to invest.

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Jun 20, 2023 by Barbara Eisner Bayer

The 4 Things People Don't Tell You About Social Security

There's a lot of information available about Social Security, but what's most important is the stuff no one tells you.

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May 24, 2023 by Barbara Eisner Bayer

5 Brilliant, Money-Making Investing Strategies for Cautious Investors

If you're cautious, it's harder to make money in the stock market -- but it's very achievable with these brilliant strategies.

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May 17, 2023 by Barbara Eisner Bayer

New to Investing? 4 Warren Buffett Tips to Building a Millionaire Retirement

Would you like Warren Buffett as an investing mentor? These four tips are right out of the Oracle of Omaha's playbook.

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May 14, 2023 by Barbara Eisner Bayer

3 Things I Wish I Had Known When I Started Building My Retirement Savings

An experienced investor shares her 20/20 hindsight so you can build a successful retirement portfolio.

Smiling senior couple looking at adorable dog

Apr 12, 2023 by Barbara Eisner Bayer

4 Serious Differences Between Men and Women When It Comes to Retirement

Women are still facing more challenges than men when it comes to funding a healthy and stable retirement.

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Apr 11, 2023 by Barbara Eisner Bayer

Want to Travel in Your Retirement? 4 Moves to Make in Your 20s.

You're never too young to start accumulating money for your dream retirement.

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Feb 7, 2022 by Barbara Eisner Bayer

2 Top Dividend Stocks to Bolster Your Retirement Portfolio in a Market Correction

Help your portfolio survive stock market volatility with these two stable winners.

YoungPeopleatComputers

Dec 19, 2021 by Barbara Eisner Bayer, Chuck Saletta, and Eric Volkman

Successful Investors: What Would You Do in 2022 With a Blank Slate and $5,000?

Got $5,000 to invest? Here are the best ideas from three seasoned investors.

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Dec 5, 2021 by Barbara Eisner Bayer, Chuck Saletta, and Eric Volkman

3 Stocks I'm Buying for Retirement if the Market Crashes

Some people think a market crash is just around the corner; these three stocks are worth scooping up if that occurs.

TURKEY

Nov 21, 2021 by Barbara Eisner Bayer, Chuck Saletta, and Eric Volkman

3 Investing Turkeys and What I Learned From Them

The best investors learn from their mistakes and don't repeat them.

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Nov 7, 2021 by Barbara Eisner Bayer, Chuck Saletta, and Eric Volkman

3 Best Warren Buffett Stocks to Buy in November

If you can't be Warren Buffett, you may as well invest like him by choosing the three best options right now from his company's holdings.

BitcoinIsTheAnswer

Oct 31, 2021 by Barbara Eisner Bayer, Chuck Saletta, and Eric Volkman

Best Cryptocurrency Stocks for a Retirement Portfolio: 3 Experts Pick Their Faves

Long-term investors can feel reasonably safe taking positions in these cryptocurrency-related assets.

TWOHANS HOLDING WORD GROWTH

Oct 17, 2021 by Barbara Eisner Bayer, Chuck Saletta, and Eric Volkman

3 Solid Growth Stocks Perfect for Retirees

In order to combat the effects of inflation, all retirees need some exposure to growth in their portfolios.

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Sep 16, 2021 by Barbara Eisner Bayer, Chuck Saletta, and Eric Volkman

Three Must-Have ETFs to Anchor Your Retirement Portfolio

If you're in or close to retirement, these ETFs can serve as the foundation for your portfolio.

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Aug 8, 2021 by Barbara Eisner Bayer, Chuck Saletta, and Eric Volkman

3 Superstar Stocks for Your Retirement Portfolio

Having the right stocks in your portfolio can mean the difference between a joyful retirement or a stressful one.

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Jul 25, 2021 by Barbara Eisner Bayer, Chuck Saletta, and Eric Volkman

3 Great Investments for the Next Market Crash

These investments will spare you pain during the next market crash.

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Jul 25, 2021 by Barbara Eisner Bayer

4 Best Money Tips Parents Can Give Their Children

It's National Parents' Day! Here's how to give the gift of financial competence to your children.

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