You may find it weird to see a financial advisor telling others how to become great do-it-yourself investors. I understand that. But I’ll let you in a little secret. I know that there are people who are simply better suited to make their own financial decisions rather than work with an advisor. Not everybody needs […]
Investing Strategies
They don’t teach investing in school. It’s no wonder that so few of us really understand how investments work, what mutual funds are and how to select the right investments for our unique situation.
The following articles explain how the stock market, mutual funds, annuities,stocks and bonds work in plain English. They demystify investing and empower you to make better investing decisions for you and your family.
Is It Smart To Join An Investment Club?
Have you ever considered joining an investment club? Two heads are better than one….right? Using that logic, 5 or 6 people (or more) must be a brilliant way to invest. Right? Well……..joining together with others can have huge benefits. But there are some dangerous pitfalls to be aware of as well. Let’s take a look […]
How much will my investments make?
Before you make an investment the first question you likely ask yourself is what the return will be. It’s a very reasonable question. And it’s very easy to know the answer with some short-term investments like CDs. You deposit your money for a specific time with a bank. And the day you do so you […]
What is a Good Investment Return? Not so simple.
In order to know if you are on track with your investments, you need to know what is a good investment return. This might seem to be an easy task but as you’ll see it’s a little more complicated. How to Determine What a Good Investment Return Really Is First, lets get clear on what […]
Are Dividends The Best Way To Squeeze Income From Stocks? No.
You almost need a magnifying glass to see the interest rates banks are willing to pay you these days for the cash you keep on deposit. At the same time, the stock market has been on a pretty sweet roll for several years. As a result of that combination, more and more investors are looking […]
Do You Anticipate A Steep Stock Market Decline – What to Do Now
The following post was first published in August 2011 after a nasty 20% drop in the S&P 500 index. That was a pretty rough time for investors. Right now, the market is pushing all time highs. I thought it might be a good idea to refresh our understanding by taking a look at the market […]