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What Is an IRA? Pros and Cons

IRAs were created by the government to give individuals a tax-advantaged retirement savings option not tied to a person’s employer. Read on to find out more about how they work and pros/cons.

Dayana Yochim

What Is a 401(k)? Pros and Cons

A 401(k) is an employer-sponsored retirement plan offered by companies to the employees who work there. Read more and find out about their pros and cons.

Dayana Yochim

What Is a Retirement Account?

A retirement account has special features that make it easier to grow your savings for the future. And by “special features,” we mean tax benefits. Here's what to know.

Andrea Coombes

5 Questions to Help You Choose the Best Retirement Plan

Discover the 5 key questions to choose the best retirement plan for your needs. Learn about IRAs, 401(k)s, tax benefits, contribution limits, and more in this expert guide.

Dayana Yochim

How to Save for Retirement

Learn how to prioritize and maximize your retirement savings with this step-by-step guide. Explore 401(k)s, IRAs, and brokerage accounts to build a secure financial future.

Dayana Yochim

Passive Investing: A How-To Guide

Discover the essentials of passive investing with our comprehensive guide. Learn how buy-and-hold strategies like target-date funds and Lazy Portfolios can help grow your wealth over time, with minimal effort and maximum results.

Andrea Coombes

What Is the Best Investment for Retirement?

The best investment for retirement can be as simple as one low-cost target-date mutual fund, your ideal strategy will depend on what type of investor you are.

Andrea Coombes

How Do I Open a Roth IRA?

Learn how to open a Roth IRA with this step-by-step guide. Discover eligibility requirements, contribution limits, and tips for choosing the best investments to grow your retirement savings tax-free.

Andrea Coombes

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How Do I Open a Roth IRA?

Learn how to open a Roth IRA with this step-by-step guide. Discover eligibility requirements, contribution limits, and tips for choosing the best investments to grow your retirement savings tax-free.

Andrea Coombes

How Much Does It Cost to Open an IRA?

In general, you don’t have to pay a cent to open an IRA. But once you’ve got your account up and running, you might run into various fees and costs. Here's what to look for.

Andrea Coombes

IRA vs. 401(k): The Best Way to Use Each Account

IRAs and 401(k)s are valuable tools for retiring, but there are notable differences in how they work. Read my guide to discover the differences between IRAs and 401(k)s.

Dayana Yochim

What Is an IRA? Pros and Cons

IRAs were created by the government to give individuals a tax-advantaged retirement savings option not tied to a person’s employer. Read on to find out more about how they work and pros/cons.

Dayana Yochim

Best IRA Accounts for 2024

Discover the top brokers for IRA accounts in 2024. Compare fees, retirement tools, account management features, and customer support to find the best platform for your retirement goals.

Dayana Yochim

Best Rollover IRAs for 2024

The best brokers for a rollover IRA include Fidelity, Charles Schwab, and E*TRADE – check out my guide to the best rollover IRA brokers to learn more.

Andrea Coombes

Best Roth IRA Accounts for 2024

Here are my picks for the best Roth IRA Accounts, based on hands-on testing of brokers with low fees, low-cost investments, and retirement planning tools.

Andrea Coombes

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Top 10 TikTok Finance Influencers

Join me as I introduce you to the TikTok Finfluencers who've mastered the art of simplifying finance for all. This is the ultimate list of accounts you should follow, whether you're just starting out or already a stock market pro.

Jessica Inskip

Market Psychology: The 14 Stages of Investor Emotions

A common market psychology cycle exists that shines light on how emotions evolve and effect our decisions. By understanding the stages of this cycle, we can tame the emotional roller coaster.

Blain Reinkensmeyer

Dan Zanger Review 2024

Full Dan Zanger review including newsletter testimonials, stock pick returns, and info on his World Record 29,233% portfolio return in a single year.

Blain Reinkensmeyer

Mark Minervini Master Trader Program Review 2024

The primary goal of Mark Minervini's Master Trader Workshop was to break down Mark's personal approach to the market, starting from a broad scope and by the end focusing on the intricate details.

Blain Reinkensmeyer

What Is Asset Allocation?

Asset allocation may sound complex, but it’s actually a straightforward idea: It’s how you divide your money among different types of investments. Here's why considering allocation is key to investing success.

Andrea Coombes

What Is a Bond?

A bond is a loan that pays bondholders interest and principal. Here's how they work.

Sam Levine, CFA, CMT

What Is a Mutual Fund?

Mutual funds are a great and simple way for investors to build a diversified investment portfolio. Here's what to know about them.

Andrea Coombes

What Is an ETF?

With one share of an ETF, you can gain access to the entire stock market or a specific sector, such as tech stocks or health-care stocks. Here's how they work.

Andrea Coombes

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How to Buy Penny Stocks

Want to learn how to trade penny stocks? Our guide will go over the risks and potential rewards that come with trading these highly speculative stocks.

Brian Nibley      December 21, 2024

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Roth IRA vs Traditional IRA: Which is Right for You?

The main difference between Roth and traditional IRAs is how contributions and withdrawals are taxed. Read on to learn more.

Dayana Yochim      December 19, 2024

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Short Selling: How to Short a Stock

Learn about short selling—a strategy to profit from falling stock prices. Discover how to short a stock, navigate short squeezes, hedge your portfolio, and capitalize on downturns.

Brian Nibley      December 19, 2024

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IRA vs. 401(k): The Best Way to Use Each Account

IRAs and 401(k)s are valuable tools for retiring, but there are notable differences in how they work. Read my guide to discover the differences between IRAs and 401(k)s.

Dayana Yochim      December 18, 2024

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5 Investing Concepts Everyone Should Know

Learn the 5 key investing concepts every beginner should know, including time horizon, risk tolerance, and diversification. Build wealth confidently with this easy-to-follow guide!

Andrea Coombes      December 18, 2024

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Best Way to Invest: 5 Steps to Get Started in 2024

The first step to investing is figuring out exactly why you want to do it. We’ll help you figure out that why, plus give you the tools and know-how to get started investing, all in five quick steps.

Andrea Coombes      December 17, 2024

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How to Trade Stocks: A Seven-Step Guide

Learn how to trade stocks with confidence using this seven-step guide for beginners. From setting goals to picking stocks and managing your portfolio, start your stock trading journey the right way!

Brian Nibley      December 17, 2024

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How to Learn Stock Trading in 2024

For new investors wanting to learn how to trade stocks, here are 10 smart tactics.

Blain Reinkensmeyer      December 17, 2024

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25 Best Long ETFs (Bullish ETFs) in 2024

Here is a full list of the best long and leveraged ETFs, including 2x and 3x long (bullish) ETFs.

Blain Reinkensmeyer      December 16, 2024

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What Is the S&P 500?

The S&P 500 measures the performance of the U.S. stock market — and actually totals more than 500 stocks. Here's what to know.

Sam Levine, CFA, CMT      December 11, 2024

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