Closed-End Funds–Safe Leverage?
There are many different ways to invest, from stocks, bonds, ETF’s and plain old mutual funds. But there is a neglected corner of the investment universe that may soon be worth...
Practical Investing for the Savvy Consumer
The first step to practical investing is to find a good mutual fund company.
Rational Investing
Rather than worry about what the market might do, there are many better approaches a person can take to rational investing.
Are You an Emotional Investor?
When it comes to the world of investments, the emotional investor is at a disadvantage when making financial decisions.
Where Can I Get an Auto Loan?
Make sure that you can answer the question, where can I get an auto loan, BEFORE you walk into the auto dealership.
Preparing for Emergency Expenses
Emergency expenses can crop up when we least expect them. Be prepared by starting an emergency fund.
How to Handle Inheritances
By making a plan on exactly how to handle inheritances, the recipient will help that to make sure the money is used as wisely as possible.
Adding to Your Portfolio: Emerging Markets Investing
The drawback to emerging markets investing is that the investor is taking on much more risk than if he or she were to invest domestically.
Adding Socially Responsible Investments to Your Portfolio
Regardless of who the investor is, socially responsible investments can make up part of any portfolio.
Adding to Your Portfolio: Domestic Investments
Domestic investments are an important part of anybody’s portfolio.
Mutual Funds and ETF’s – The Basics
The majority of investments are done with mutual funds, with several hundred mutual fund families each offering up to several dozen funds.
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