3 Reasons To Break The Rules And And Take Out A 401(k) Loan
Yes, you can borrow from a 401(k). Though there can be drawbacks, a 401(k) loan is often a better financial option, as you'll be paying yourself back.
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When Is The Right Time To Invest In A Spousal IRA?
The spousal IRA (aka Kay Bailey Hutchison Spousal IRA) is a retirement account not everyone may be aware of, but which every married couple should be.
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CFP Explains The Dangers Of Too Much Diversification In Your Portfolio
We asked CFP Shinobu Hindert if over-diversification was possible. She explained how to get the right mix for your portfolio, for your circumstances.
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Retirees Need To Check These Figures Before The End Of 2024
Before the new year, it's a good idea for every person to go through a year-end financial checklist, and especially retirees living on a fixed income.
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You've Been Warned: These 11 Consequential Investment Traps Could Cost You
When it comes to investing, there are myriad ways you can lose money. To avoid these traps, you need to know what to look for, as Daniel Feininger explains.
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What Happens During A Market Correction (And Can You Get Ahead Of One)?
Volatility in the stock market is nothing new, but market corrections can still catch investors off guard. We asked Lawrence Sprung about the signs.
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How Repaying Student Loans Can Actually Help You With Your Retirement Goals
People paying back their student loans now have another option -- a two-for-one benefit -- that will reduce their debt, while saving for the future.
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Never Do These Things When The Stock Market Is Crashing
When the market crashes, many investors will move to try and minimize losses. However, experts warn against rash decisions and forgetting the fundamentals.
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How The McDonald's Listeria Recall Could Affect Its Bottom Line
When it comes to food recalls, the costs for a company are both direct and indirect. As well, a company must deal with the short- and long-term impact.
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A Seller Made More Than $100K Selling An Unexpected Commodity On Pawn Stars
Over a decade ago, a seller walked into Gold & Silver Pawn Shop (aka "Pawn Stars") and unloaded 231 pounds of this precious metal, turning a major profit.
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Pipcorn Snacks: Whatever Happened To The Company After Shark Tank?
The idea of Pipcorn Snacks was born in 2010, and it took the company four years to make it to "Shark Tank," where it found even more success.
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CFP Says To Avoid These Retirement-Planning Mistakes In Your 50s
For those in their 50s, when looking ahead at retirement, Joe F. Schmitz Jr. said that planning is key to "ensure retirement happens on our schedule."
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Nvidia's Top Competitors In 2024 Are No Strangers To Wall Street
Nvidia is a top player in the semiconductor space, but the company is far from alone among high-value public corporations in the space.
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What The Roth IRA 5-Year Rule Stipulates
For anyone who's recently opened a Roth IRA, this rule will apply. Simply circle the calendar and start a countdown to avoid incurring the penalty.
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What Happened To Toys 'R' Us After It Filed For Bankruptcy?
In 2024, Toys 'R' Us (founded in 1948) began its comeback, seven years after it filed for bankruptcy and six years after it liquidated its U.S. stores.
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11 Ways The US Economy Is Designed To Make The Rich Richer
Via factors including the court system, compound interest, and lobbying, the economy of the United States significantly favors the wealthy.
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If You Have This Much Money At 50, You're Set Up For Retirement Success
While there isn't an exact number to aim for by age 50, there are guideposts you can follow to get to a savings goal that's right for you and your income.
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A Nvidia Stock Alternative Billionaire Investors Appear Keen On
As Nvidia nears becoming the world's most valuable company (again), not everyone is buying in. Others are looking elsewhere, at Nvidia's competitors.
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How Does A Rollover IRA Work?
If you're pondering a rollover IRA, know that this applies to people who are leaving their current job where they have a 401(k). If so, you have two options.
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Why Many Consider This Tech Giant The World's 'Most Important Stock'
On June 10, 2024, this company split its stock 10-for-1. As of this writing, it is one of only three companies with a market cap over $3 trillion.
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What Happens To Your Roth IRA When You Die?
Funds in a Roth IRA grow tax-free, and there are no required distributions during the account owner's lifetime; these rules change after death.
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How Does A Self-Directed IRA Work?
A self-directed individual retirement account, or SDIRA, allows for greater portfolio diversification for account owners. However, there are rules.
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When Should You Start Lowering The Price Of Your Home To Sell It Faster?
Browsing real estate listings, you'll notice price reductions aren't uncommon. However, how successful this is depends largely on when you do so.
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The Truth About Stablecoins: How They Work, And What's Their Future?
While you may never have heard of a stablecoin before, the crypto asset actually dates back to 2014, when the first stablecoin, BitUSD, was launched.
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You've Been Warned: Not Investing By This Age Will Cost You
Starting to save for retirement sooner rather than later will make it easier on you. After all, that's why there are catch-up contributions at age 50.
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The History Of Hindenburg Research, And How It Affects Company Stocks
Hindenburg Research is a short seller more known for its "forensic financial research." Since 2017, this reporting has led to the fall of numerous companies.
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Is There A Best Day Of The Week To Buy Stocks?
Buying stocks solely on a single day of the week is a long-existing theory that some investors choose to follow, but whether it works is another story.
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