Odds Againist Vegas and ‘Hot’ Cities
Demand creates ever higher prices. This is always true when there’s an incredible number of investors buying and buying more property. Then, there’s the hype or publicity...
Making Political Investments – The Iowa Electronic Markets
The Iowa Electronic Markets is a platform that allows you to buy and sell “shares” of who you think is going to win the next election.
What to Do If You’re Denied a Bank Account?
If applying for a credit card or a loan with a low credit score, you might mentally prepare yourself for a rejection. Most consumers are familiar with credit bureaus, such...
Setting Up a Monthly Budget and Implementing It
Many of us have been there – running out of money a week before receiving your next pay check or not having enough to pay your monthly bills. Before you...
Beware of an Investment Opportunity That is Too Good To Be True
An investment opportunity that seems too good to be true should send off warning bells.
Why it’s Better to Invest in Funds Instead of Individual Stocks
When you invest in individual stocks, the success of your investment is dependent upon a particular company or companies performing well.
Are You at Risk for Being Scammed?
The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) has many resources out there for investors to learn more about the risk of being scammed.
What are the Biggest Financial Obstacles Faced By Young People?
Some of the key financial obstacles that are causing problems for young people today include the following;
Ways to Save on Back to School Shopping
Back to school shopping can be a significant expense every year, with teachers sending home lists of supplies that are sometimes pages long.
Doing Your Homework on Your Financial Professionals
Vetting your potential financial professionals with a FINRA Broker Check.
How to Take Advantage of Today’s Low Interest Rates
Your ability to take advantage of today’s low interest rates is going to depend on your situation.
See More
Most Recent
4 Tricks for Creating a Successful Savings Plan
Saving doesn't come easy for everyone. Some people are spenders, and if they see money, they have to spend it. Sure, this approach provides instant-gratification. But it also...
Read More
Own A Bond Fund? Look Out Below!
By now, even if you don’t follow the markets on a day to day basis, you have opened your May statement and probably noticed something disturbing. Those “safe” bond funds...
Read More
Oh, No. Not Another Bubble! Shale Oil Boom Ending?
The latest bubble has come in the form of the recent shale oil boom happening here in the United States.
Read More
Old Blame: Quantitative Easing — New Blame: Zero Interest Rate Policy
The end of the zero interest rate policy of the Fed will likely signal an end to the current bull run in the bond market.
Read More
Guide to Buying Secondhand for Baby
Given the time that babies will actually last in their clothing, sometimes it may be smarter to go buying secondhand items for your newborn to save money.
Read More
Time for a Portfolio Review? Yes, Right Now
Human nature tends to put off less than fun events such as doing a portfolio review. Should you? One-word answer: absolutely
Read More