Investment
Investing should be easy – just buy low and sell high – but most of us have trouble following that simple advice. There are principles and strategies that may enable you to put together an investment portfolio that reflects your risk tolerance, time horizon, and goals. Understanding these principles and strategies can help you avoid some of the pitfalls that snare some investors.
Should You Invest in Exchange Traded Funds?
There are thousands of ETFs available. Should you invest in them?
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Global and International Funds
Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?
US Consumer Impacted by Student Loans Restarting
After a three-year hiatus during the COVID-19 pandemic, student loan payments will restart in October.
The Real Cost of a Vacation Home
What if instead of buying that vacation home, you invested the money?
In the Markets Now: Investing at All-Time Highs
All-time highs can make investors nervous to dive in, but Ross looks to the data for a counter-argument.
6 Ways to Inflation-Proof Your Retirement Plan
Does rising inflation have you worried for your retirement plan? Protect your golden years with these strategies.
The Investment Risk No One’s Ever Heard Of
You face a risk for which the market does not compensate you, that can not be easily reduced through diversification.
Bull & Baird: When Uncertainty Reigns
What can a recent spring storm tell us about the market's current volatility?
Getting a Head Start on College Savings
A few strategies that may help you prepare for the cost of higher education.
All That Matters: Hype and Hidden Risks
Mike and Ross look beyond hype to the real market risks facing investors
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Monthly Budget
Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
What Is My Net Worth?
Get a snapshot of your overall financial picture by calculating your total net worth.
Debt-to-Income Ratio Calculator
Calculate your debt-to-income ratio to understand how lenders may view your financial health.
Student Loan Payoff Calculator: Extra Payments Can Save You
See how extra payments toward your student loans could shorten your payoff timeline.
College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
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Finding the Balance
The sandwich generation faces unique challenges. For many, meeting needs is a matter of finding a balance.
The Rule of 72
Do you know how long it may take for your investments to double in value? The Rule of 72 is a quick way to figure it out.
The Business Cycle
How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?
The Cycle of Investing
Understanding the cycle of investing may help you avoid easy pitfalls.
Bridging the Confidence Gap
In the world of finance, the effects of the "confidence gap" can be especially apparent.
From Boats to Brokers
From the Dutch East India Company to Wall St., the stock market has a long and storied history.
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