Ever look at your investment account and wonder if you have too many ETFs? or not enough? You’re definitely not alone. I completely understand the confusion because I’ve spent a lot of time thinking too much about my own portfolio. The quick answer? You can build a fully diversified portfolio with just 4 ETFs. But … Read more
Understanding the Magic (and Limitations) of the Rule of 72 Ever wondered how long it’ll take for your money to double? If you’re like me, you’ve probably heard financial gurus toss around the “Rule of 72” like it’s some kind of investing superpower. But here’s the burning question many of us have does the Rule … Read more
Don’t worry if you don’t understand how to properly close those annoying dividend accounts at the end of your accounting period. You’re not the only one! Closing dividends is an important step in the accounting cycle that both business owners and accountants often get wrong. This guide will show you how to close dividends in … Read more
If you have $20,000 burning a hole in your pocket, max out retirement savings contributions and explore new ways to invest. The products shown on this page are mostly or entirely from our advertising partners. They pay us when you click on one of their links and then do something on our site. However, this … Read more
Have you ever been scrolling through Robinhood, ready to make your next investment move, only to wonder “What’s this ‘buying power’ number actually mean?” I’ve been there too! Let’s break down this crucial concept that affects everything you do on the platform Understanding Buying Power: The Money You Can Actually Use Simply put, buying power … Read more
Stocks, company shares, equities. These investments go by a few different names and are a fundamental part of many investors plans to build wealth. But that doesnt mean theyre easily understood. To help you catch up, we’re going to talk about stocks and how the different kinds can help you as an investor. Stocks are … Read more
As year-end approaches, you may see financial news stories suggesting investors can be wary of making new investments in mutual funds with upcoming year-end distributions. Here, we’ll cover why that may be good advice—and why mutual funds make year-end distributions in the first place. Most mutual funds make annual distributions in December to satisfy excise … Read more
One of the many ways to grow your investments is by reinvesting dividends. Check out this video to learn more about a Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRIP) and how it might affect your wealth. What is DRIP Pay? The Ultimate Guide to Growing Your Money While You Sleep If you’ve heard of DRIP pay and thought … Read more
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Investments that have grown in value can produce capital gains when you sell them. Here are some points to consider that may help minimize the tax bite. EVEN WHEN YOUâRE INVESTING FOR THE LONG TERM, you may want to sell stock along the way. After a time when stocks did better than bonds, you may … Read more
