Investment
Investing should be easy – just buy low and sell high – but most of us have trouble following that simple advice. There are principles and strategies that may enable you to put together an investment portfolio that reflects your risk tolerance, time horizon, and goals. Understanding these principles and strategies can help you avoid some of the pitfalls that snare some investors.
It Was the Best of Times, It Was the Worst of Times
All about how missing the best market days (or the worst!) might affect your portfolio.
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In the Markets Now: Selloff Summary for April 3
The stock market had a fearful "sell everything" moment as it wrestled with how to process broad new tariffs.
The Junk Drawer Approach to Investing
It's easy to let investments accumulate like old receipts in a junk drawer.
Bull & Baird: You're Afraid, Read This.
If you're feeling the pressure of scary news headlines and a jittery stock market, Mike has 10 helpful suggestions for you.
In the Markets Now: Taking Action
Election Day is now in the rearview mirror; what can we learn about investor behavior during election cycles?
Can a Stock Market Selloff Be a Good Thing?
When a down market can be a blessing in disguise.
In the Markets Now: 2,026 Things for 2026
Ross has fun with numbers and dishes a wealth of good information for investors to know as we head into 2026.
All That Matters: What's New, What Isn't
How should investors interpret recent market volatility? And what’s different this time?
The Big Winners of the Inflation Reduction Act
Earlier in August, Democrats passed a reconciliation bill that focuses on four key areas.
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Monthly Budget
Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
What Is My Net Worth?
Get a snapshot of your overall financial picture by calculating your total net worth.
Student Loan Payoff Calculator: Extra Payments Can Save You
See how extra payments toward your student loans could shorten your payoff timeline.
Debt-to-Income Ratio Calculator
Calculate your debt-to-income ratio to understand how lenders may view your financial health.
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The Cycle of Investing
Understanding the cycle of investing may help you avoid easy pitfalls.
It Was the Best of Times, It Was the Worst of Times
All about how missing the best market days (or the worst!) might affect your portfolio.
The Junk Drawer Approach to Investing
It's easy to let investments accumulate like old receipts in a junk drawer.
Should I Invest in Gold?
Learning more about gold and its history may help you decide whether it has a place in your portfolio.
The Business Cycle
How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?
The Rule of 72
Do you know how long it may take for your investments to double in value? The Rule of 72 is a quick way to figure it out.
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