Unrealized gains & losses 101
When an investor looks at their portfolio and sees that it has gone up or down in value, it can feel exciting or terrible, depending on the day. However, the investor doesn’t actually make or […]
What’s causing America’s retirement crisis? 9 statistics you need to know
Many Americans face a more difficult retirement than their parents enjoyed, thanks to vanishing employer pension benefit programs, potential cuts in Social Security benefits and rising health care costs, according to “The Nation’s Retirement System”, a […]
How to budget for a baby
Having a baby can fill your house with love. It also can take a toll on your finances. So while you’re obsessing about pink, blue, or both, try not to forget about the green. Just […]
Bear market investing strategies
A bear market is generally defined as a drop of 20% or more from market highs. The term can be used to describe a specific security or the market in general. When a certain stock […]
Tips for parents who are starting late for college savings
Have you ever asked yourself this question: “When should I start saving for my child’s college?” If so, then the standard advice given is to start early. (In fact, a Google search on “save […]
22 money moves to make this month
A month can make a huge difference to your personal finances. While there are some financial goals that will be long-term works in progress, there are a number of simple money moves you can make in […]
What does HODL mean?
For newcomers to cryptocurrency investing, there can be some confusing jargon used in forums and articles. Words like FUD, Moon and HODL, which originated as chat room slang, are now commonly-used industry terms. Navigating the crypto […]
5 trend indicators to know
Trying to time the market is a difficult task that few non-professional investors do with repeatable success. Still, there are some ways to make more educated investment picks based on publicly available data. Once an investor selects […]
Top 5 Social Security myths
While “it’ll figure itself out” might be a popular mindset when thinking about future Social Security benefits, particularly if you’re still relatively young, you don’t have to know much about the topic to understand that […]
9 inspiring Jay-Z quotes to help you manage your money
Jay-Z is a world-famous American musician and businessman known for his iconic rapping style, being married to Beyoncé, and becoming hip-hop’s first billionaire. He’s currently among the richest people in the U.S., though his road […]