Options Trading for Beginners
Find out how options trading works. Get a definition of options in investing, learn the difference between calls and puts, and discover how to invest in options.
What Is the Dow Jones Industrial Average?
Brush up on your investing basics by learning more about the Dow Jones Industrial Average. We’ll provide a definition of the Dow Jones and talk about how you can invest in funds that track this index.
What Are Index Funds?
It’s time to learn more about index funds. We’ll provide a definition, show you how index funds work, compare them with mutual funds, and explain how to invest in index funds.
What Is an ETF
Curious about how to invest in ETFs? We’ll define what an exchange traded fund (or ETF) is and break down the differences between ETFs, index funds, and mutual funds.
Let’s Talk About Midterm Elections and Your Investments
This week was midterm elections and we’ve had many questions about what it all could mean, which we’ll tackle in today’s blog. We consider it a great honor to vote, and while we may not know the final results of the election for days (or even months), what we do know is the election will …
Being an Entrepreneur vs. Being an Investor
The transition from entrepreneur to investor can be a bumpy road, especially if you stumble over some common missteps. Learn what to watch out for and what steps you can take to become a more savvy investor.
5 Charts Showing the Strength of the Labor Market
Last Friday, yet another strong payroll report was released with the headlines stating payrolls grew 263,000 in September and the unemployment rate fell to 3.5%.
10 Answers to Questions About the Bear Market
2022 has been historically difficult for investors so far, and it’s likely you have questions. We’re here to answer some of the most common questions we’re hearing nowadays.
Preferred vs. Common Stock
What is the difference between preferred and common stock? Find a preferred stock definition and learn how common stock works.
ETFs, Mutual Funds, and Index Funds
One common way investors lower their risk is to diversify their holdings with different assets. When you hold a mix of investments, your portfolio is protected from being wiped out if one investment fails. Exchange-traded funds (ETFs), mutual funds, and index funds are all assets that prov …
What Is a Mutual Fund
What are mutual funds? We’ll break down the basics of investing in mutual funds and compare mutual funds vs. index funds.