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In planning for retirement, you identify your goals and then figure out how to save and invest to get there. A lot of retirement investing advice revolves around very specific formulas and strategies. Still, sometimes it’s helpful to take a step back and look at the big picture. Here are six basic tips to help
The Certified Financial Planner designation is widely considered to be the definitive mark of competence among investors and financial professionals. Individuals pursuing the CFP designation stand to gain professional competence from the curriculum, while the prestige that comes with holding the designation can increase an individual’s personal business, as well. (This is especially true for those
What is Jack Ma, founder and executive chairman of Alibaba Group Holding Ltd.(BABA), worth? As of Aug. 5, 2022, Jack Ma’s net worth is $35.4 billion as the 34th richest person in the world, according to an article from Bloomberg. Much of Ma’s wealth is linked to Alibaba. He used to own the largest controlling
How much car insurance do you need? The answer depends on a number of factors, including where you live, how much your car is worth, and what other assets you need to protect. Here’s what you need to know. Key Takeaways Most states require you to have at least a minimum amount of insurance coverage
With new cars costing over $47,000 on average and used ones averaging over $28,000, very few people can simply walk into the dealership, write a check, and drive off. Most of us will have to save some money first, either for the full purchase price or, if we’re financing the vehicle, for a down payment.
Gross domestic product (GDP) is one of the most common indicators used to track the health of a nation’s economy. The calculation of a country’s GDP takes into consideration a number of different factors about that country’s economy, including its consumption and investment. GDP is perhaps the most closely watched and important economic indicator for
Reloadable debit cards allow you to add money to your card’s balance periodically, which you then can spend as needed. If you’re considering getting a reloadable debit card here are a few important things to know, including how they differ from regular bank debit cards. Key Takeaways A reloadable, or prepaid, debit card is not
If you have an established 401(k) and need to access your money, you can use a 401(k) loan to maintain your tax advantages. These loans can provide lower interest rates than you may find on other types of loans like personal loans. Like with any loan, you must repay a 401(k) loan over a set
The London Interbank Offered Rate, better known as LIBOR, was once the most important benchmark interest rate for setting the price of overnight and short-term loans that banks make to one another. This reference rate served as the foundation for other types of loans made by financial institutions including mortgages, auto loans, and financial products
During the dotcom boom of the late 1990s, the notion of dividend investing was laughable. Back then, everything was going up in double-digit percentages, and nobody wanted to to collect a meager 2% gain from dividends. After the bull market of the 1990s ended, dividends were once again attractive.  For many investors, dividend-paying stocks have
Apple Pay is a mobile payment system that is in use by an estimated 45.4 million users in the US. An article from Oberlo forecasts that the number will grow to an estimated 56.7 million in 2026. Key Takeaways Apple Pay is certainly safer than cash and it has more safety features than credit cards.
Key Takeaways Berkshire Hathaway missed analysts’ estimates for EPS but beat on operating earnings in Q2 FY 2022. Operating revenue and earnings were up year over year. However, mark-to-market losses on its investment portfolio were much higher than the estimates. Source: Predictions based on analysts’ consensus from Visible Alpha Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A) Financial Results: Analysis Berkshire
When it comes to choosing investments for your 401(k), the sheer number of options available can be overwhelming. There are, however, a number of relatively simple investment strategies that you can use to get the most out of your 401(k).  One strategy is to invest in a target-date fund, which will automatically optimize your portfolio