Being ‘Human’ Won’t Beat Robo Advisors
October 23, 2017
By David Miller, founder & CEO of PeachCap Are robo advisors here to stay? Yes – absolutely. Not only are they here to stay, but they are gaining value and are likely to continue winning over co..
How to Find Rumor-Related Opportunities in the Market
October 23, 2017
Rumors happen all the time in the market. While rumors are generally looked down upon, savvy traders find themselves searching for rumors as they have the potential to lead to massive movements in the..
Who Is the Best Tenant for Your Rental Property?
October 19, 2017
When you’re renting property, it’s important to conduct thorough background checks in order to successfully vet a potential tenant. A background check that includes rental and employment reference..
3 Reasons Why You Should Be Maximizing Your IRA Contributions
October 19, 2017
Most people are notoriously bad at saving for their retirement. In fact, over 45% of people have nothing saved for retirement. Despite the fact that the sooner you start saving the less you will need ..
Protect Your Rental Property for the Highest Return
October 17, 2017
You’ve invested a lot of money into owning your rental property, and whether you currently have tenants occupying it or you just bought it, you’ll need to act to protect your investment. The only ..
How Interest Rates Affect Real Estate Prices
October 13, 2017
The profitability of rental properties in the US is affected by interest rates. Usually, when a central bank decides to tighten monetary policy it slows down economic activities because businesses rel..
5 Tips to Successful Investing in Stocks
October 13, 2017
Investors can use different strategies and styles to pick up stocks and build portfolio, but to become successful investor no matter what strategy you use, you have to build and follow rules that lead..
How to Handle Retirement Withdrawals
October 6, 2017
There are two main schools of thought when it comes to retiring and drawing down the money from an investment portfolio. One common practice is called the four percent safe withdrawal rate. The other,..
The Limitations of Trading Options
October 5, 2017
I’ve always been a fan of options trading. In fact, I still use covered calls as a tool in my investing arsenal. That being said, options, when not used correctly, can pose a serious amount of r..
New Services Make It Easier to Start a Crowdfunding Platform
September 28, 2017
One of the things that hinder many from carrying out their dreams in real estate is the lack of sufficient funds. It is not easy to acquire loans from banks, and if you are lucky to qualify, you might..
Real Estate Investment Strategies for the New Investor
September 25, 2017
Investing in real estate can be an effective way to make money both actively and passively. While some may believe that they don’t have the time or money to get involved in real estate investing..
Commercial Mortgage Basics
September 20, 2017
The commercial real estate market is strong in many areas of the country. Investing in commercial real estate is much different than residential real estate. Not only are there more variables to consi..
Diamonds And Gold As An Investment: Worth It?
September 19, 2017
We teach our children the value of gold and jewels from a very young age. Whether it’s letting them dress up in mom’s pearls, or reading them fairy tales about dragons and treasure, everyone u..
Understanding 401k Plans
September 19, 2017
Since the first 401k became available as part of The Revenue Act of 1978 they have become a mainstay in retirement planning. While most people are familiar with the 401k plan, many people struggle wit..
Three Crucial Factors to Determine If You’re Ready to Invest
September 17, 2017
Whether you are deciding to do it yourself or hire a financial planner to get it done for you, investing can be intimidating. But the reality is unless you plan on winning the lottery your retirement ..
Fighting Binary Options Trading Scams, The Stephen Young Story
September 12, 2017
How the Binary Options Trading Scam Works We’ve all been subject to the online clickbait adverts promoting get rich quick schemes, and we’re all familiar with the “Nigerian Prince” who just ne..
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..
Avoiding Financial Trading Scams: Choose the Right Broker
September 7, 2017
“Facts are threatening to those invested in fraud.” – DaShanne Stokes Are you interested in online share trading, or investing in the global financial markets? The good news is that it is no..
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..
The Advantages of Investing in Options
September 4, 2017
Options are often associated with risk. This couldn`t be farther from the truth if used correctly. Before we dive into some advantages, it`s important that you know exactly what an option is. Here is ..
Shifting Strategy Investing in Retail Real Estate
August 31, 2017
The retail industry is going through a time of convulsions as large retailers react to retail oversupply and the growth of online shopping. Likewise, the retail real estate market is reinventing itsel..
Pros and Cons of Early Retirement
August 30, 2017
If you ask someone about their bucket list, or if you think about your own, odds are a few items on that list involve travel. If you dream of walking the Great Wall of China or seeing the Pyramids of ..
Why Trend Following Can Work for Stock Picking
August 25, 2017
There’s no shortage of tactics for picking stocks. In fact, if you’re managing your own portfolio, chances are you’ve explored everything from detailed fundamental analysis to fast-p..
Dividend or Growth Stocks – The Best Investment
August 25, 2017
Should I Invest In Dividend Or Growth Stocks? To someone learning how to invest in the stock market, the amount of options you have can be somewhat overwhelming. Stocks, bonds, annuities, options, for..