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.
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.
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What Can a Million Dollars Buy You?
$1 million in a diversified portfolio could help finance part of your retirement.
Earnings for All Seasons
Earnings season can move markets. What is it and why is it important?
Global and International Funds
Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?
A Look at Diversification
Diversification is an investment principle designed to manage risk, but it can't prevent against a loss.
Bull & Bear Markets: A Timeline
This helpful infographic will define bull and bear markets, as well as give a historical overview.
Emotional vs. Strategic Decisions
Information vs. instinct. Are your choices based on evidence of emotion?
Global vs. International: What’s the Difference?
International funds invest in non-U.S. markets, while global funds may invest in U.S. stocks alongside non-U.S. stocks.
Inflation & Your Money
It's important to understand how inflation is reported and how it can affect investments.
Risk Perspective
Is it possible to avoid loss? Not entirely, but you can attempt to manage risk.
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The Cycle of Investing
Understanding the cycle of investing may help you avoid easy pitfalls.
Jane Bond: Scaling the Ladder
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, uncovering the mystery of bond laddering.
Should I Invest in Gold?
Learning more about gold and its history may help you decide whether it has a place in your portfolio.
Where Is the Market Headed?
We all know the stock market can be unpredictable. We all want to know, "What's next for the financial markets?"
Jane Bond: Infiltrating the Market
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, cracking the code on bonds.
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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