6 Ways to Cope With the Stress of Buying a House
Shoes are way more fun to try on than jeans and financing an SUV is a lot more exciting than a washer and dryer. But one major purchase eclipses all when it comes to both excitement and stress: buying a home. In fact, 40% of first-time homebuyers found the experience to be the most stressful […]
Three Market Wild Cards to Watch for
The market recovery has been one for the history books, and investors have been noticeably optimistic through some tough economic times. These past few years have helped retail investors become more engaged, build their resilience to volatility and, at times, see market dips as potential buying opportunities. That’s the good news: The adage that retail […]
Set Financial Goals for Your Important Life Moments
You have big hopes and exciting dreams for your life, from throwing a memorable wedding, furnishing your dream home, or financing a new car. An important step to achieving these special moments is simple, really: Setting concrete goals. Financial goal setting doesn’t have to be overcomplicated — here’s how you can do it yourself and […]
Top 5 Questions to Ask as a First-Time Homebuyer
Anyone who’s ever watched a show on house hunting can tell you that shopping for a home can push people to the edge. From budget to location to the number of bathrooms — you have a lot to consider. Getting beyond the surface is essential to making an informed decision. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer […]
How to Use Tax-loss Harvesting to Lower Your Taxes
No one likes paying taxes. And no one is happy when an investment loses money. As an investor, you probably can’t avoid either one of these scenarios, but you can learn about tax-loss harvesting to help make the most of both. What is tax-loss harvesting? Tax-loss harvesting is a way to balance the gains in […]
IRA Contribution Limits for 2020 and 2021
When you first start saving for retirement, you might feel intimidated by all the options out there. And sure, it can be tough to wrap your head around working toward such a long-term goal. But take heart: Progress is really about the baby steps and how consistent you are about your savings. Of course, one […]
When Your Ego Sabotages Your Investing
Stocks have calmed down over the past few weeks as temperatures rise and trading volumes drop. But just because markets are on a little spring break doesn’t mean you have to be. Quiet periods are the perfect time to strengthen your mental game. A lot of investing is about controlling your emotions and biases, believe […]
Mutual Funds: What They Are, How They Work and How to Invest in Them
Chances are, when you go to the supermarket, you don’t fill your cart up with just one item. Instead, you buy vegetables, pasta, cheese, fresh bread, maybe a nice bottle of wine — all the various ingredients you need to create a delicious meal. It’s similar to investing in mutual funds. You put your money […]
22 Bizarre Investing Terms, Explained
From baseball’s food-themed pickle and rhubarb to photography’s Uncle Bob and Shutter Nutters, seemingly every industry has insider vocabulary. If you’re thinking about investing in the market, you might’ve come across some odd investing terminology. But don’t let it act as a roadblock to building wealth. Deciphering stock market lingo isn’t remotely as tough as, […]
Wealth Management: The Gender Gap You Might Not Be Aware of
The financial industry is riddled with gender gaps. Some are more widely talked about, like the wage and investment gaps, while others aren’t mentioned as often. But they all contribute to the overall wealth gap between men and women — which sees women owning an average of just 32 cents for every dollar owned by […]
