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Nearly every man who develops an idea works it up to the point where it looks impossible, and then he gets discouraged. That's not the place to become discouraged.
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Tag Archives: stocks
Tips for choosing the right target-date fund
The performance of stocks in October — their best month in almost a decade — makes it tempting to peek at your 401(k) balance. Read More
Generation Y asks ‘Why should I invest in stocks?’
Aaron Lifter has a clear goal in mind when it comes to investing. He keeps a little more than half of his portfolio in stocks. The rest is stashed in bonds to help smooth his returns. Read More
Shoppers lift economy but will they keep spending?
The economy might not be on the brink of another recession after all. Consumers, who drive most economic growth, spent more on cars, furniture, electronics and other goods in July — and more in May and June than previously thought.
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5 Steps Toward Sound Investing
Making sound investments is simple, but it’s not easy. It requires planning, discipline, realistic expectations, flexibility and understanding. Read More
With default looming, what investors should do now
How do you prepare for a financial cataclysm that may not happen? Read More
7 tips for rebalancing your fund portfolio now
Summer is generally a calm season for the financial markets. It offers time to reflect,
check your mutual fund portfolio, and see whether you’re on track with savings goals. Read More
Why safe corporate bonds aren’t so smart anymore
The safest corporate debt isn’t looking so smart anymore. Read More
Once bullish, contrarian Jim Grant likes cash now
Jim Grant quotes obscure dead economists at length. He pines for an earlier time of gas lights and top hats when the dollar was convertible to gold. He wears bowties. Read More
7 common money moves that can bring bad luck
Unless you happen to trip over a black cat while walking under a ladder outside your financial adviser’s office, nothing should really spook you about your money on Friday the 13th. Still, it’s a good time to remind yourself of money mistakes to avoid throughout the year. Read More
7 tips to improve women’s retirement prospects
Women face more obstacles to a secure retirement than men, for a combination of reasons having to do with longevity, lower earnings and often lack in savings and financial experience. Read More
Asset Allocation Between Equities and Fixed-Income
Fixed-income investments can be important means for the preservation of principal, generation of income and stabilization of overall investment returns. As such, investors should decide the appropriate allocation between fixed income and equities (stocks) to meet their goals. (Fixed-income investments generally include U.S. Treasuries, U.S. Agencies, brokered certificates of deposit, municipal bonds, corporate bonds or money market securities.)
The task of allocating investment funds among different asset classes can seem daunting given the myriad of securities from which to choose . . . read more Read More
