Before investing, you need to get your financial affairs in order. From saving for emergencies to eliminating bad debt, here's what to address first and next.
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When Amazon's IPO debuted in 1997, shares were priced at $18 each. And while Amazon today is part of the Magnificent Seven, that wasn't the case in 1997.
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When Barbie debuted in 1959, it was a hit from the start, selling 300,000 (at $3 each) in its first year. Today, rare editions can sell for thousands.
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Withdrawing money from a Robinhood account is typically free of charge, though investors who need an instant transfer will find fees can add up fast.
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What makes insider trading so audacious is the fact that everyone knows it's illegal. Yet people, like those on this list, still try to make gains from it.
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HYSAs definitely earn you more money than a traditional savings account, however, there's one factor to check to ensure you don't lose purchasing power.
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While President Joe Biden's budget proposal for fiscal year 2025 targets high-income earners, could it still affect taxpayers making far less? We take a look.
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The stocks that comprise stock indexes, like the S&P 500, aren't the same forever. In fact, companies are added and removed (if they fall short) regularly.
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It's no surprise that Jim Cramer of "Mad Money" may have a financial tip or two worth listening to. Here, we take a look at ways to save and invest, per Cramer.
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Emotions can get in the way of parting with a stock at the right time, which is why research is key, as the reality of the numbers can have a sobering effect.
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While stock market performance is often used to argue for or against a president, history tells us credit (or blame) for the stock market belongs elsewhere.
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While the hope is that you will never need to, there may come a time when borrowing from your 401(k) is your best strategy. If you do, know the ramifications.
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If you own stock that gets delisted, what you do in response will depend on a few factors, including whether or not the delisting was voluntary or involuntary.
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When it comes to speculative bubbles, what exactly leads them to inflate so rapidly? Here, we take a look at the five stages of a bubble and how they pop.
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Nearly 42% of U.S. households in 2022 had an IRA. While there's no age limit to open an IRA, there are other rules, like for contributions, you should know.
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The backbone of the economy, small businesses generate the majority of new jobs. This said, they also face an uphill climb when it comes to sustained success.
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When starting the homebuying process, it's important to debunk persistent myths. Things change, and what you may have thought to be true may no longer be.
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As with other precious metals, silver is considered a solid way to diversify a portfolio, as well as hedge against inflation. Here are the ways you can invest.
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When Robinhood launched Robinhood Gold in 2016, it touted additional buying power and larger instant deposits. We take a look at some of the other perks today.
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Following the creation of Section 529 of the Internal Revenue Code in 1996, 529 plans took off across the states. There are two primary types of these plans.
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As its name suggests, a penny stock's trade value is ultra-low. Also, these high-risk securities aren't traded on a stock exchange but over the counter, or OTC.
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Trump Media, which runs the social media platform Truth Social, debuted on the Nasdaq on March 26 under the ticker DJT. By the close of day one, it was up 16%.
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Gold has proven a hedge against inflation. And while you likely think of bullion and coins, there are alternatives when investing in this fungible commodity.
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Typically, when discussing 401(k)s, it's about how your money can grow over time. Yet, there are fees you should be aware of, too, that can impact your wealth.
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Cryptocurrency is a (digital) currency, but it's also an investment, and because of that, it could be subject to tax. Specifically, a capital gains tax.
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The stock market opens at 9:30 a.m. and closes at 4 p.m. Eastern time. Yet, does that mean all trading then ceases? Not quite. Here's what you should know.
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When talking about the worst day(s) for the U.S. stock market, the term "Black Monday" likely comes to mind; however, you might not realize that there are two.
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