Investing

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Do You Need a Financial Planner? 

Investing and planning for retirement has changed a lot — mostly for the better.  Instead of paying fees and expense ratios, you can now invest

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Common Investing Mistakes to Avoid

Most people know that investing in the stock market is the key to building wealth. But, like with any other skill, there’s a right way

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What Is Fractional Trading?

Buying stocks can be expensive. One share of Apple, for example, is over $200 as of this writing. A share of Microsoft is over $400.

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REITs 101: A Guide for Beginner Investors

Buying real estate can be expensive. From down payments to taxes, repairs, and inspections, you might need $50,000 just to get started in today’s market.

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How To Invest in Your 60s

Your 60s are when most of us will sunset our careers and fully realize the outcome of our investments and planning.  I’ve heard your 60s

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What Is a Bear Market?

If you turn on the news and all you see during the markets segment is down arrows, panicked analysts, and red financial indicators, we might

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How To Invest in Your 50s

Your 50s are an exciting time, with retirement right around the corner — which is why it’s super important to pay attention to your investment

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What Is a Bull Market?

Have you ever gotten investment advice from your Uber driver? Or maybe family and friends start giving you “hot stock” tips? These may be signs

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