Investing

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  Can I use market volatility to build wealth? How to turn a stock dip into long-term wealth

  Here’s how savvy investors use market volatility and turn it to their advantage.

  5 min read May 28, 2025
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  Tired of tariffs? 5 investments to step off the Trump tariff merry-go-round

  These five investments can lessen the impact from Trump’s tariffs on your portfolio.

  2 min read May 27, 2025
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  Ask the experts: Which ‘safe haven’ assets should I consider for my portfolio?

  These assets tend to hold value, or even gain ground, when broader markets decline.

  6 min read May 27, 2025
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  Revocable trust vs. irrevocable trust: Key differences

  A revocable trust can be changed at any time.

  6 min read May 27, 2025
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  Sell in May and go away? 3 reasons why that’s a risky strategy

  The “sell in May” play isn’t a great strategy for the average investor.

  4 min read May 27, 2025
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  What is an IRA? How they work, types of IRAs and more

  An IRA is a type of investment account with tax benefits that can help you save for retirement.

  7 min read May 23, 2025
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  A guide to mutual fund investing

  Not sure how to get started investing with mutual funds? We’ll help you understand the basics.

  9 min read May 23, 2025
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  How to buy an S&P 500 index fund: Key things to know

  S&P 500 index funds are incredibly popular with investors, for a number of reasons.

  8 min read May 23, 2025
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  Risky business: 3 measures of risk that affect your portfolio

  Managing portfolio risk is critical for investment success.

  5 min read May 22, 2025
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  IRA vs. 401(k): Which retirement plan is better?

  IRA plans are held in high regard, but how do they compare to a 401(k)?

  9 min read May 22, 2025
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  Best IRA accounts in 2025

  If you’re looking to get off to a fast start on your retirement finances, an IRA is a great place to begin.

  10 min read May 22, 2025
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  Best free robo-advisors

  These robo-advisors don’t charge an advisory fee for some accounts.

  3 min read May 22, 2025
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  Best gold ETFs: Top funds for investing in gold

  Many investors turn to gold-backed ETFs to help diversify their portfolio and hedge against inflation.

  4 min read May 21, 2025
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  Highest dividend stocks in the S&P 500

  These stocks have the highest dividend yields in the S&P 500.

  3 min read May 21, 2025
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  What is a robo-advisor?

  A robo-advisor is a fancy term for an advisor that automates the process of financial planning.

  5 min read May 20, 2025
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  How to invest in oil

  Here are five different ways to invest in oil, from the direct to the more indirect.

  5 min read May 20, 2025
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  What is a bond ETF and is it a good investment?

  Here’s what you need to know about the pros and cons of bond ETFs.

  8 min read May 20, 2025
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  Fractional shares: What are they and how do I buy them?

  Here’s how to start investing with small amounts using fractional shares.

  2 min read May 20, 2025
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  How to invest in index funds

  Attention new investors: Index funds could be an easy way for you to get your portfolio started.

  5 min read May 19, 2025
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  Low-cost index funds: A beginner’s guide

  Here’s what to look for in a low-cost index fund and some of the cheapest funds on the market.

  8 min read May 19, 2025