Index Funds vs. ETFs: Which One Actually Builds Wealth Faster?
ETFs can save up to 1.05% annually in taxes, but gross returns are nearly identical. What actually matters most for wealth building.
Investing in Value Stocks
Value stocks typically have steady earnings, and often have a predictable dividend.
Avoiding High Mutual Fund Fees
Index funds are an easy way to avoid sales charges and reduce mutual fund fees.
Investing in CDAR’s
So if you’re looking to invest more than $250,000, and keep it all in one easy place, investing in CDAR’s is the way to go.
Negotiating Expenses and Earning More Money
A person can only cut back so much on their expenses before they hit a limit, but earning more money has almost no upward potential.
Building a CD Ladder
There are a few ways to go about building a CD ladder.
Investment Pitfalls – Taking Friends’ Advice
One of the biggest investment pitfalls is taking some bad advice from a friend.
How Long Will It Take To Double Your Money? The Rule of 72
One basic mathematical rule that you can learn is the Rule of 72, which determines the rate at which you can double your money over time.
Women & Money: How Much Do You Need in Your Emergency Fund?
An emergency fund is money set aside in an easily-accessible account that you can access when you need to if an emergency comes up.
Losing Money by Chasing Penny Stocks
The exact definition of penny stocks varies among investors. Generally speaking, a stock that trades under $5.00 per share is a penny stock.
Deferred Compensation Accounts: The Basics
Deferred compensation (DC) accounts have recently made the news as companies attempt to minimize debt.
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