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...
Investing in Bonds – Understanding Basic Information About the Issuer, Par Value, Interest Rate, and Maturity Date
The issuer, par value, interest rate and maturity date are the most basic pieces of information to know to start investing in bonds.
Bond Basics – Understanding Mortgage-Backed Securities, Zero Coupon, High Yield Money Market, and Callable Bonds
Investors must pay taxes on mortgage-backed securities.
Understanding Treasury Bonds, Municipal Bonds and Corporate Bonds
Three of the most common bond types include Treasury bonds, municipal bonds and corporate bonds.
Two Places NOT To Put Your Savings – Investments in Life Insurance and Precious Metals
Investments in life insurance and precious metals like gold and silver are subject to market risk and liquidity risk.
Rethinking the Bond Market as an Investment Alternative to the Stock Market
When the stock market takes a downturn into bear market territory, investors seek safety and predictable income of bond market investments.
Safe Places for Your Emergency Money
You never know when you will be in need of some emergency money. Always keep an emergency fund ready.
What is Investment in Financially Uncertain Times
Understanding what is investment is only half the battle, knowing where to put money is also important.
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.
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