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The Simple Guide To Dollar-Cost Averaging

Dollar-cost averaging is a common investment strategy, but how does it work? Learn how to leverage DCA investing to build your portfolio and reduce volatility.

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What Is The Dow Jones And How Can You Invest In It?

Have you ever wondered what it means when you hear the Dow is up or down? Discover what the Dow Jones is and how it affects the stock market and stock prices.

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How Much Money Should I Invest Every Month?

Looking to get started with investing? This post will help you determine how much money you should be investing every month for financial stability.

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What Are Futures In The Stock Market? Definition And Examples

Futures are a way for sophisticated investors to bet that the price of an asset will rise or fall. Find out how futures work and if they are right for you.

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What Is An IRA And How Does It Work?

An individual retirement account (IRA) is a tax-advantaged account that you use to save money for retirement. Read on to learn how to invest in one.

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How To Cut Costs As A Senior: 20 Frugal Living Tips

Cutting costs as a senior can help you avoid running out of money in the golden years. Use our top frugal living tips to help you cut your retirement spending.

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How To Diversify Your Investment Portfolio

Diversifying your portfolio consists of spreading out your investments across different asset classes and securities. Learn how to diversify your portfolio.

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Social Security: What It Is, How It Works And Where Social Security Benefits Fit In Your Retirement Plan

How does the Social Security program work? Read our guide to learn what Social Security is, whom it benefits and what part it should play in your retirement.

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Socially Responsible Investing: A Beginner’s Guide

Socially responsible investing is when you invest in companies that provide financial returns and promote social change. Learn how it works and how to invest.

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How To Invest In Real Estate

If you want to invest in real estate, there are a number of ways to get started. Learn how to invest in real estate and how to finance this type of investment.

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Investing: What Is Your Risk Tolerance?

Whenever you put money into an investment product, whether that be stocks, bonds, real estate or even gold, you take on a certain amount of risk. Whether the potential reward is worth that risk depends on your personal level of risk tolerance.

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How To Save For Retirement

We know we need to save for our future, but it seems as though our other responsibilities get in the way. If you’re like many other Americans who struggle to save for their golden years, here’s some guidance on how to save for retirement no matter wh...

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That ‘Trusted’ 4% Rule For Retirement Might Not Be The Best One To Follow

Guidelines such as the 4 percent rule are helpful when determining how much you need to save for retirement. But following them blindly doesn't mean that you'll be guaranteed a financially healthy retirement.

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Commodity Trading: How To Get Started

In a volatile economy, the gold standard may be an investment in actual gold. Learn more about commodity trading and how to get started.

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Should You Invest In Cryptocurrency?

Remember when it seemed like cryptocurency was all over the news when prices skyrocketed? Thinking you should invest in it? Let’s take a look at some of the questions you need to ask before investing in cryptocurrency.

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6 Surprising Costs To Prepare For When Planning Retirement

Are you prepared for retirement? Here are 6 surprising costs retirees face and how you can plan for them in your retirement budget.

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Should You Withdraw Your 401k Early To Offset COVID-19 Expenses?

Usually, removing money from a 401(k) account before retirement comes with significant penalties. Learn what the CARES Act means for retirement funds and whether it's a good idea to tap into those savings right now.

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7 Ways To Protect Your 401(k) From COVID-19

News of COVID-19 has caused markets everywhere to drop rapidly. As we ride this thing out, here are some steps you can take to protect your 401(k) or other retirement savings from this situation.

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