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May 11, 2023 | By
David Chang, ChFC®, CLU®
Day Trading Is Becoming Popular on Social Media. Here's Why It's Not all Sunshine and Rainbows
Approximately 97% of day traders lose money. Read on to find out why, and what steps to take if you decide to day trade.
May 5, 2023 | By
David Chang, ChFC®, CLU®
4 Reasons Why Suze Orman Doesn't 'Hate' All Annuities
Interested in annuities? Keep reading to learn which type Suze Orman recommends and why.
April 30, 2023 | By
David Chang, ChFC®, CLU®
Don't Know Where to Invest? We've Got You Covered
Worried about your financial future, but don't know where to begin? Read on to learn what you need to start investing today!
April 26, 2023 | By
Cole Tretheway
Suze Orman Believes This One Investment Type Can Help You Dodge Inflation. Here's Why
The stock market is 100 times more profitable than the average savings account. Find out how the market can help you beat inflation.
April 22, 2023 | By
Cole Tretheway
Popular App Acorns Is Growing. Here's What It Means for Consumers
Six million Acorns and GoHenry users can expect more features. Here's how the partnership could make parenting even easier.
April 22, 2023 | By
Brittney Myers
Suze Orman Has a 'Serious' Amount of Money Invested in This One Thing
Not all finance experts practice what they preach. But it looks like Orman's been following her own advice on this investment.
April 20, 2023 | By
Lyle Daly
Here Is One Very Compelling Reason to Avoid Hedge Fund Managers
Hedge funds are a popular option for wealthy investors. Learn about one huge drawback you should know about before investing this way.
April 19, 2023 | By
David Chang, ChFC®, CLU®
You've Heard of Investment Banking. But What Exactly Is It?
Investment bankers are known for advising large institutions and earning top dollar for their services. But what do investment bankers do? Read on to find out!
April 17, 2023 | By
David Chang, ChFC®, CLU®
Here's Why You Should Always List a Beneficiary for Your Retirement Funds
When it comes to planning for your retirement, naming beneficiaries is a crucial step. Read on to learn more.
April 15, 2023 | By
Lyle Daly
This Simple Money Move Takes 5 Minutes and Could Make You Hundreds of Thousands
One easy change to your investing habits can dramatically increase your returns. Discover what it is and how much more you could make.
April 15, 2023 | By
Dana George
Why This Type of 401(k) Owner Lost the Least Amount of Money Last Year
2022 was a tough year for investors. Here, we tell you about the one group who didn't lose their proverbial shirts.
April 15, 2023 | By
Steven Porrello
These Are the Countries With the Longest -- and Shortest -- Healthy Retirements
Your healthy retirement is the golden years spent without serious illnesses. Read on to learn which countries have the longest healthy retirements.
April 14, 2023 | By
Steven Porrello
Want Investments That Align With Your Values? Here's a Step-by-Step Guide to Faith-Based Investing
Faith-based investing involves choosing companies that align with your religion. Read on to learn how it's done and some risks you should avoid.
April 13, 2023 | By
Emma Newbery
Twitter's eToro Deal Enables Stock Trading on Platform
Twitter and eToro will make it possible to buy and sell stocks and crypto on the social media platform. Find out whether that's good news for retail investors.
April 13, 2023 | By
Steven Porrello
Are You a Federal Employee? Here's How Dave Ramsey Would Use a TSP
Dave Ramsey thinks you should invest 5% in a Roth TSP, then invest the rest in a Roth IRA. But is he right to say every federal employee should invest this way?
April 12, 2023 | By
Steven Porrello
The NFL's Owners Want to Let Private Investors Buy Stakes in Teams. Does That Mean You Can Too?
The NFL has strict rules for who can own its franchises. Will they change and, if so, who will be able to invest in NFL teams? Read on to learn more.
April 11, 2023 | By
Lyle Daly
These Are the 4 Worst Investments, According to Humphrey Yang
Some investments carry serious risks that could cost you money. Check out one former financial advisor's picks for the worst investments so you know what to avoid.
April 10, 2023 | By
Cole Tretheway
Act Fast: Robinhood Is Matching 1% Rollover IRA Deposits for a Limited Time
For a limited time, Robinhood is paying customers to transfer retirement funds to a Robinhood IRA. Find out how much you could earn and who benefits most.
April 9, 2023 | By
Lyle Daly
What's a REIT? And Should You Invest in One?
REITs allow anybody to invest in real estate. Learn all about how REITs work and see if these are a good place to put your money.
April 6, 2023 | By
Lyle Daly
This 1 Tip Helped Me Stop Worrying About My Brokerage Account
A volatile stock market can lead to big fluctuations in your brokerage account. Stop stressing about these ups and downs with one simple tip.
April 4, 2023 | By
Emma Newbery
What Happens if My Brokerage Fails?
It's scary to think you might lose your investments and retirement savings in a brokerage failure. The good news is that there are a number of protections in place to stop that from happening.
April 3, 2023 | By
David Chang, ChFC®, CLU®
Investing Overseas? Consider These 7 Factors Before You Do
Investing overseas can be an exciting way to diversify your portfolio. Keep reading to learn what to think about first.
April 2, 2023 | By
Ashley Maready
I'm Opening a Brokerage Account in 2023. Here's Why Market Volatility Doesn't Scare Me
Conditions haven't been exactly favorable for investors lately. Keep reading to learn why this doesn't matter much for one brand-new investor.
April 1, 2023 | By
Dana George
4 Factors to Help You Decide if Investing in a Company Is Worthwhile
Investing can be intimidating. Before putting your money into a specific company, consider these four important factors.
March 31, 2023 | By
David Chang, ChFC®, CLU®
Why Focusing on This One Aspect of Investing Can Make You a Millionaire
You don't need to make a lot of money to become a millionaire. Keep reading to learn what you should focus on to become one yourself.
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