We often talk about investing as though it’s one collective concept, but in reality, investing is incredibly diverse. What investing looks like depends on your unique portfolio and the blend of assets contained therein. As a new investor, though, you want to get to the good stuff. Which means you’re likely asking yourself: what is […]
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Many people picture investing as stocks and bonds. Adventurous investors might think as far as real estate investing. But smart investors think of alternative investments. Alternative investments were once the purview of the highly wealthy and institutional investors, but these days, everyday investors have come to recognize alternative investments as a fantastic tool to diversify […]
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Getting ready for retirement? It’s time to make the most of your investments and prepare for the golden years. Here are some smart investments near retirement that you should consider. It’s been a long road, but at last, you’re almost there: retirement is on the horizon. Within the next few years, you’re planning to leave […]
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Investing in your 20s is investing in your financial future. Here’s what new investors need to know to lay the foundation for success. People outside their 20s often talk about that decade as if it’s a time to be footloose and fancy free. But between rent, insurance, job struggles, and more debt than any generation […]
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Who says investment ends with retirement? You just need the right strategies to make the most of your money. Here are some of the best. Who says retirement and investment are mutually exclusive? We often talk about investing as though it cuts off when you retire. You can and should continue to invest as a […]
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What should investments look like in your 60s? Here’s the best investment strategy for 60-year-old investors and what that means for your asset allocation. With your 60th birthday knocking, retirement is on the horizon. Are you on track to retire? Unfortunately, many Americans are behind. Most Americans hope to retire by 67, but in order […]
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Like stocks and bonds, alternative investments come with unique risks. Here are some risks to keep in mind when it comes to alternative investments. There’s more to investing than just stocks and bonds. In fact, there’s a whole alternative market out there, and it’s thriving. According to Preqin, the overall market for alternative investments could […]
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Despite the fact that the stock market, as measured by the S&P 500, appreciates on average by roughly 10%, the younger generations are becoming more and more reticent of investing. According to a recent BankRate survey, only 23% of Millennials (aged 18-37) believe the stock market is the best place to put their money—as opposed […]
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Recognizing an investment opportunity at the right time can mean financial success. But, missing out on that opportunity can mean the exact opposite. Consider this example: In the 1990s, Investor One gets caught up in the thrill and hype of the Dot-Com Bubble. They start investing in all of the big names of the moment […]
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