No matter what you are investing in, it’s a good idea to look for value. We’re always told to “buy low and sell high” when it comes to investing. What that advice boils down to, however, is simply this: Look for good value. When you are investing, and looking for solid returns, one of the…
Category Archives: Investing
Online Poker: Is It as Legit as Stock Picking?
There are those that believe stock picking is a lot like gambling — and those that believe online poker is a safer bet than stock picking. I’m not much of a gambler. My gambling experience pretty much consists of plopping a few bucks in the slots when I’m in Vegas, and then moving on. However,…
What Does the Facebook IPO Mean for You?
My friends at Kapitall, a cool trading tool for those looking for a simple way to invest, put together this great video on the upcoming Facebook IPO. It’s exciting for some people to get into IPOs, but I’m not sure that trying to get a piece of Facebook is worth the trouble. After all, in…
What are Alternative Investments?
Sometimes, it can pay off to think outside the investing box. Most of us, when we think of investments, immediately turn to stocks or bonds. These are the basic building blocks of most investment portfolios. Indeed, most of us consider a traditional asset allocation of stocks and bonds (start more stock-heavy when you’re young and…
Money Blogging Roundup: Do You Know What’s Next?
It’s been an interesting couple of weeks. I’m thankful to those who helped my post become the last one standing in Free Money Finance’s annual March Madness blogging bonanza. I also enjoyed speaking with my friend Murray Newlands in an interview about my writing. Some of what I talked to Murray about off the record…
Roundup: Who’s In Charge of Your Money?
Are you in charge of your money? If you want to build wealth, and achieve financial freedom, you really need to show your money who’s boss. Whether you are taking charge of your retirement, or getting rid of bad mutual funds, get educated and start making better decisions about your money. Stop Getting Bullied by…
Coin Hoarding Idea: Nickels
Is now the time to start hoarding nickels? You never know when the metal content will exceed the face value. Not too long ago, Canada decided to discontinue the penny. The news has resurrected the debate over the penny in the United States. Should we keep the penny? It costs more than a penny to…
Advantages Roth IRA: Early Withdrawal
There are many advantages to the Roth IRA. One of those is a generous early withdrawal policy. When it comes to retirement savings, it’s a good idea to put whatever you can in a variety of tax-advantaged retirement plans. And, even if you’re self-employed, you can still take advantage of the tax-advantaged retirement plans available…
Before You Invest in Gold, Know What You’re Getting Into
People love investing in gold. It’s tangible, and it’s been considered “pure” money for millennia. But you still need to tread carefully. Anytime you invest in anything, it’s important to do your homework. You should understand the investment works, and some of the fundamental forces that influence it. And you should avoid the hype. No…
Investing Idea: Dividend Stocks
Dividend stocks can provide you with regular income, or with the ability to boost your portfolio through DRIPs. One of the investing ideas that I find intriguing is dividend stocks. I’m slowly starting to build a dividend portfolio that could, in time, offer regular income. While dividend stocks might not offer the same low-cost investment…
