Archive for 'Investing'
Earn While You Learn With Investment Clubs
Apr 27, 2010 - Most clubs require that you pay dues to belong, but there's one type of club that might pay you to show up! If you're a beginning investor interested in making both money and friends, take a look at investment clubs.
Uncle Sam to Sell 20% of its Citi Stake
Apr 26, 2010 - Uncle Sam announced this morning that he's selling 1.7 billion shares of Citigroup sometime soon. That's depressing the price of the stock today, but I'm looking at it as a buying opportunity.
Portfolio Addition: Citigroup and Huntington Bancshares
Apr 20, 2010 - On Friday, April 16th, we added 2,000 shares of Citigroup and 1,000 of Huntington Bancshares to our model portfolio. Here's why.
5 Tips to Protect Your Savings from Inflation
Apr 19, 2010 - In some ways our economy is like a blimp: big, tough to steer... and facing inflation. Are your savings inflation-protected? Here are some ideas that might help.
3 Steps to a Perfect Portfolio
Apr 02, 2010 - Whether you're a market pro or just getting started, here are three simple steps to build the perfect investment portfolio in only 10 minutes.
Using Savings Bonds as Tax-Free College Savings? 7 Things to Know First
Mar 28, 2010 - There are exceptions to nearly every rule. But the rule allowing you to earn tax-free interest on EE savings bonds when used for education seems to have more exceptions than most. Before you buy EE bonds for education, read this first!
What to Know Before You Invest in Stocks
Mar 10, 2010 - If you're tired of earning 1% or less on your savings, maybe you're considering stocks. But there's an obvious problem: risk. Here's some advice that might help you sleep a little better at night and make a little more by day.
Viewer Question: Can I Earn 5% and Stay Safe?
Feb 02, 2010 - It's a question I've been hearing for 30 years: Can I earn more than risk-free investments are paying... without taking any risk or tying my money up?
No Excuses! How To Get Started With Investing
Jan 14, 2010 - Investing requires less money than you'd think. Here are a few tips to help anyone get started.
2010 Predictions from Wall Street and Main Street: Stocks, Housing and Oil
Jan 05, 2010 - Every year we sit down with the chief economist from Standard & Poors, and interview people like you, to get predictions from the year ahead. Here's what we heard in 2009, as well as their predictions for 2010.
3 Things to Consider Before Converting Your IRA to a Roth
Jan 04, 2010 - 2010 is the only year that special conversion rules apply when switching your IRA to a tax-free Roth IRA, but should you do it?
Making Money with Mobile
Dec 31, 2009 - Wouldn't you have liked to invest in Google back when it was still based out of a garage? Well... there's a relatively new technology that just might be the next big thing.
Why You Should Give Stocks As Gifts
Dec 02, 2009 - Don't even think about Zhu Zhu hunting until you've considered giving stocks this year.
It’s Time to Purchase Like It’s 1999
Oct 06, 2009 - With prices falling on everything from houses to boats, if you're lucky enough to have money in the bank, there are definitely bargains to be had.
Manage Your 401(K) in 1 Minute
Jul 27, 2009 - Millions of Americans are upside down in their 401(k) or other retirement plan. Are you ready for a one-minute lesson that's going to make you a better investor?
