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What Is an UTMA Account and How Does It Work?
An UTMA account is a custodial account that can be used to fund college expenses and a wide range of other expenses for a minor beneficiary.
How Much Social Security Will I Get?
While it’s important to learn how to save and invest for retirement, it’s equally critical to learn how much Social Security you will get. Here’s how you can estimate that benefit.
Small Cap Stocks: All You Need to Know
Small-cap stocks have market caps between $250 million and $2 billion. They can bring diversification and higher growth potential to your portfolio—but also risk. Here's what you need to know.
10 Questions to Ask Your Financial Advisor
Asking the right questions can help you choose the right financial advisor. Here’s a list to get you started.
Equity Crowdfunding: What Is It, How Does It Work?
Equity crowdfunding is a way for startups and private businesses to raise capital online by offering equity ownership in exchange for a stake in the company.
What Is a Financial Advisor?
Learn more about what financial advisors do, the different types, the pros and cons of working with one, and more.
What Average Rate of Return on 401(k) Can You Expect?
While you may be aware of how much money goes into your 401(k) every month, do you know what the average return on your 401(k) investments is?
How to Invest in Index Funds: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners
How index funds work, why they’re so popular, and how to start investing in them.
Fixed-Rate Bonds: All You Need To Know
Fixed-rate bonds allow investors to diversify their portfolios while preserving principal and earning a steady income. Learn more.
Options Trading: What Are They and How Do They Work?
Options trading allows investors to benefit from speculating about short-term price movements — but it can come with risks. Check out our full guide to trading options for everything you need to know.
7 Tips for Buying Rental Property
Investing in real estate can build wealth, but there are a lot of costs and much ongoing work involved with buying rental property. Here’s what you’re in for.
What Is a Defined-Benefit Plan?
A defined-benefit plan, also known as a “pension plan,” provides guaranteed retirement benefits to employees.
What Is Fat FIRE?
Fat FIRE is a retirement strategy that focuses on retiring early and living in abundance once you reach financial independence.
The Pros and Cons of Annuities
Annuities can help supplement your retirement income, but how do you know if it’s a good option for you? Learn more about the pros and cons of annuities.
What Is A Stock Split And What Causes It?
A stock split is when the share of a stock and its share price is split. Here’s how to invest in them.
ETFs vs Stocks: Pros & Cons of Individual Stocks vs. Funds
Stocks and ETFs have some similarities but are very different. Here’s what you need to know about stocks vs ETFs and your investing strategy.
Real Estate vs. Stocks: Which Will Get You the Best Return?
Real estate and stocks each have their pros and cons as investments—from income to capital appreciation to taxes. Here’s what to consider when deciding whether to invest in either or both.
Penny Stocks: How to Invest In Them
Here’s everything to know about penny stocks, where to buy them, and the risks associated with this investment.
IRS Eliminates 2024 RMDs for IRA Beneficiaries Subject to 10-Year Rule
The IRS eliminated 2024 RMDs for IRA beneficiaries subject to the 10-year distribution rule enacted by the SECURE Act of 2019—and suggested that a final ruling on this matter will be released in 2024.
Retirement Calculator: How Much Do You Need?
Not sure how much money you need to retire comfortably? Our retirement calculator makes it easy to figure out.
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