Why Investing in a Fixed Deposit is Favorable?
September 8, 2017
An investment in an equity might be beneficial in generating high returns in the long run. However, they are not risk-free. Fixed Deposit, on the contrary, offers sizable returns but is risk-free. FDs..
Why You Should Consider Joining an Investment Club
September 6, 2017
For many younger investors, the idea of joining an investment club can see quite old fashioned; an outdated relic of a simpler time and a simpler stock market. Just hearing the term investment club co..
CFD 101: All You Need to Know to Get Started
August 21, 2017
“An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.” – Benjamin Franklin The world of online financial market trading can be an overwhelming, intimidating place for a regular person...
How to Tell If a Cryptocurrency is Undervalued
August 17, 2017
Over recent years, blockchain technology has revolutionized the supply chain in industry and the financial markets. Today, money continues to pour into cryptocurrencies, both for Bitcoin (BTC) and Bit..
Why You Should Understand the Importance of Compound Interest
August 15, 2017
Why You Should Understand the Importance of Compound Interest Do you often wonder how some people seem to gain wealth with little effort? If so, you are not alone. Saving money is an important part of..
4 Smart Money Moves for Getting Ahead Financially in Your 20s
April 21, 2017
So you have enjoyed your youth, graduated with a degree or earned a professional designation, and landed your first real job. Now it is time to grow up, knuckle down and make something of your life. I..
Is Stock Investing for You?
February 28, 2017
If you want to succeed in the stock investing game, you have to know yourself. This means knowing how you think, your behavior patterns, and your emotional makeup. I’m not saying it’s easy, object..
Investment Diversification: 5 Risky Mistakes to Avoid
February 17, 2017
The Importance of Diversification Investors often have a lot to consider. But few investment decisions matter more than asset allocation. A well diversified portfolio is as important for millennials a..
Finding Valuable Stocks in Complex Financial Data – P/E and P/B Ratios
February 9, 2017
Stock market analysis websites are packed with data. New investors get overwhelmed with the onslaught of information available instantly through the internet, but comparatively few investors actually ..
Using The Graham Formula to Find Underpriced Stocks
January 23, 2017
Knowing how to properly value a stock is probably the most important skill for a value investor to develop. The goal is to buy companies for less than their intrinsic value over a long period of time...
What You Should Look for in a Financial Advisor
December 1, 2016
Let’s say you’re a UK expat working in Asia seeking some financial advice, and at a dinner you’re introduced to Mr. X – whose business card reads ‘Financial Advisor’. How should you judge ..
How to File Chapter 11 as an Individual
November 15, 2016
For those who don’t know, Chapter 11 is a bankruptcy process by which the court oversees a negotiation to establish a ‘plan of reorganization’ between a debtor and their creditors. This sort of ..
Getting Started Investing in Cryptocurrencies
November 14, 2016
So you want to get into cryptocurrencies? There are many to chose from, and a few key things to know about when getting started. What is a Cryptocurrency? A cryptocurrency is a digital currency. It is..
Low Risk Diversity: Building a Broad Stock Portfolio
November 9, 2016
A diverse stock portfolio is an important part of smart investing, but many people struggle to adequately diversify their holdings because of the work involved. If you want to invest in stocks across ..
5 Educational Investments with the Highest ROI
October 27, 2016
People typically go to college for a quality education that will get them a better job. Though a college degree doesn’t necessarily guarantee a higher-paying job and a better living, it can increase..
Creating an Income Plan from Investments
October 27, 2016
It’s important to have financial goals when we invest our money. Sometimes we want to invest for the short term. Other times we won’t be touching our principal for a very long time so we c..
Three Mistakes Most Beginners Make on the Stock Market
October 20, 2016
Recent surveys show that less than half of eligible people in America actually own stocks. Obviously, there are a variety of reasons for this statistic. Some people simply don’t have any money i..
6 Easy Ways to Start Investing With Less Than $100
October 17, 2016
Investing can be a scary subject. The word “investing” may sound intimidating, but it’s not. Think of it as saving money with benefits. And anyone can start doing it — today!..
Improve Your Finances With Investments: The What and How of it All
October 7, 2016
How many times have you heard the line, “The best way to make money is by investing?” Probably a lot, right? And more often than not, your response is something along the lines of “Well..
5 Risk Reducing Tips Every Newbie Investor Should Know
September 28, 2016
As a new investor, it is good to know that you will encounter risks all the time.The greatest risk I find a newbies in business and investment make often is the risk of not patenting their brand or na..
Benefits of Using Personal Capital
September 24, 2016
Founded by Bill Harris – who is the former CEO of Intuit and PayPal – Personal Capital is a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) through the Securities Exchange Commission (SEC). It’s designed to..
Risk Management Basics: Using a Stop Loss
September 19, 2016
Imagine entering a position where your upside potential is infinite while downside risk is limited. Well it exists in every stock using a Stop Loss Order. A Stop Loss Order is an open order to sell an..
The Life Insurance Policy That Is a Ticking Time Bomb!
August 26, 2016
There is an insurance product on the market that is touted by many financial advisors as the “holy grail” of all financial products. It is called Indexed Universal Life or (IUL) and it is a very..
Personal Capital Review – Taking Finances To The Next Level
July 21, 2016
Personal Capital in a Nutshell Personal Capital is an online platform and mobile app to help you understand your money and invest it more wisely. Personal Capital is really two services: 1) a Personal..