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Articles about choosing the right brokerage for your situation.

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Feb. 8, 2024 | By Christy Bieber

Most People Who Contribute to an IRA Choose This Type of Account. Is It Right for You?

Roth IRAs are more popular than traditional IRAs. Learn how to decide whether you should opt for one over the other to save for retirement.
Feb. 8, 2024 | By Christy Bieber

Do You Know How Much You Need to Retire? Here's a Simple Way to Find Out

If you're hoping to find out about your desired retirement number, try multiplying your final salary by 10. Here's how to make this technique work for you.
Feb. 6, 2024 | By Christy Bieber

4 Things to Know Before Opening Your First Brokerage Account

If you're thinking about opening a brokerage account, you'll need to be aware of four key facts, including the impact of fees on returns. Learn more here.
Feb. 6, 2024 | By Ashley Maready

Waiting Until Your 40s to Save for Retirement? Here's Why That's a Bad Idea

You're not going to retire until your 60s or 70s, so why save and invest any sooner than you have to? Learn why it's better to start as early as you can.
Feb. 4, 2024 | By Lyle Daly

3 Dangers of Getting Investing Advice on TikTok

Investing advice is popular on TikTok. Check out recent data to learn why you're better off getting advice elsewhere.
Feb. 3, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

3 Reasons to Start Saving for Retirement in Your Early 20s

You're never too young to begin building a retirement nest egg. Read on to find out why you should start in your 20s.
Feb. 2, 2024 | By Matt Frankel, CFP®

3 Reasons I Recently Switched Brokers for the First Time in 20 Years

My broker recently went through a big change. And I decided to make one of my own. Find out what happened.
Feb. 2, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

6 in 10 Americans Would Rather Have Money in Cash Than Endure Stock Market Swings. Here's Why This Approach Might Backfire

Holding onto too much cash could hurt you in the long run. Read on to learn more.
Feb. 1, 2024 | By Lyle Daly

Here's Why It's Dangerous When You Borrow Money to Invest

Investors who want to increase their returns sometimes turn to borrowing money. Learn why this can be one of the worst financial decisions you make.
Feb. 1, 2024 | By Natasha Etzel

Here's How Much You Can Contribute to an IRA in 2024

Annual contribution limits for individual retirement accounts (IRAs) have increased for 2024. Find out how much they are and learn what else has changed.
Jan. 31, 2024 | By Lyle Daly

4 Reasons to Open a New Investment Account in 2024

Having the right investment accounts can help you reach your financial goals. Learn a few reasons you may want to open a new one this year.
Jan. 30, 2024 | By Lyle Daly

The 5 Most Important Habits of Successful Investors

Investing well is all about building the right habits. Discover the most important habits of successful investors so you know what to do.
Jan. 29, 2024 | By Christy Bieber

This One Move Almost Ensures My Brokerage Account Balance Will Grow in 2024

You can't predict how the stock market will do. But check out one move I'm making that will help me end 2024 with a bigger brokerage account balance.
Jan. 28, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Withdrawing From Your IRA for the First Time in 2024? Do This First

It's not a good idea to tap your IRA at random. Read on to see why you likely want to avoid that move.
Jan. 28, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

3 in 4 Americans Anticipate a Volatile Stock Market in 2024. Here's How to Prepare for One

Worried stocks will go wild this year? Read on to see how to prepare for that.
Jan. 27, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Switching Jobs in 2024? Don't Make This Mistake

Getting a new job could do great things for your finances. But read on for one big blunder to avoid.
Jan. 27, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Worried About a Volatile Stock Market in 2024? Do These Things

Will the stock market experience a shake-up in 2024? It's hard to know. But do these things to prepare just in case.
Jan. 26, 2024 | By Christy Bieber

Here's How Much Money You Could Have if You Invested $1,000 a Month for 20 Years

Investing $1,000 a month for 20 years could turn into a six-figure nest egg. But just how much money could you actually end up with? Find out.
Jan. 26, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Should You Change Your Investing Strategy in 2024?

Is your current investing strategy working for you? Here's how to tell.
Jan. 26, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

3 Places to Save for Retirement in 2024 Besides a 401(k) Plan

A 401(k) plan isn't your only option for building a retirement nest egg. Read on to see where else you may want to put your money.
Jan. 26, 2024 | By Matt Frankel, CFP®

One Way to Get the Highest Possible Yields From Your CDs

Brokered CDs can help you extract more yield, and can offer several other advantages. Keep reading to learn about this special category of CD.
Jan. 23, 2024 | By Dana George

I Plan on Saving Far More Money in 2024 by Making This One Move

Being self-employed offers some pretty great benefits. Here's one way self-employed individuals can save for the future while saving on taxes.
Jan. 22, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

3 Tricks to Boosting Your Retirement Savings in 2024

Want to see your long-term savings take off? Read on to see how.
Jan. 22, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Investing for the First Time in 2024? 3 Steps to Take

It's good to begin investing as early as possible. Read on for some steps to take if you're kicking off your investing career this year.
Jan. 21, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Opening Your First Brokerage Account in 2024? 4 Features to Look For

Investing is a great way to grow your money. Read on for tips on finding the right brokerage account this year.