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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Behavioral Finance
An amusing and whimsical look at behavioral finance best practices for investors.
Investing for Impact
Learn how to build a socially conscious investment portfolio and invest in your beliefs.
From Boats to Brokers
From the Dutch East India Company to Wall St., the stock market has a long and storied history.
Separating the Signal From the Noise
A good professional provides important guidance and insight through the years.
Investing for Impact
Learn how to build a socially conscious investment portfolio and invest in your beliefs.
The Sequence of Returns
A look at how variable rates of return impact investors over time.
Risk Perspective
Is it possible to avoid loss? Not entirely, but you can attempt to manage risk.
The ABCs of Zero Coupon Bonds
Understanding some basic concepts may help you assess whether zero-coupon bonds have a place in your portfolio.
It Was the Best of Times, It Was the Worst of Times
Learn about key investment principles that will help you navigate the unpredictability of the financial markets.
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Wedding Budget Calculator
Estimate total wedding costs and see how different choices affect your overall budget.
Monthly Budget
Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
Comparing Investments
Compare two different scenarios side by side to see how they stack up over time.
Taxable vs. Tax-Deferred Savings
Compare how the same contribution grows differently in taxable versus tax-deferred accounts.
What Is the Dividend Yield?
Calculate the dividend yield of a holding and see what that means for income over time.
College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
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Bridging the Confidence Gap
In the world of finance, the effects of the "confidence gap" can be especially apparent.
The Fed and How It Got That Way
Here is a quick history of the Federal Reserve and an overview of what it does.
What Smart Investors Know
Savvy investors take the time to separate emotion from fact.
Behavioral Finance
An amusing and whimsical look at behavioral finance best practices for investors.
What Can a Million Dollars Buy You?
$1 million in a diversified portfolio could help finance part of your retirement.
Should I Invest in Gold?
Learning more about gold and its history may help you decide whether it has a place in your portfolio.
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