What Not to Do When Investing in ETFs

Exchange-traded funds are an excellent choice for many types of investing. However, they’re not a catch-all where they’re perfect for everyone or every situation. Also, when deciding ETFs are right for you, there are certain things that you should not do with them. Not avoiding these pitfalls can become expensive or at the very least, … Read more

Dividend Investing: Do These Fears Prevent You From Investing?

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It’s no secret, dividend stocks are in high demand for the income they generate, but what is stopping you from dividend investing? Today, we’re going to discuss why you should invest in dividend stocks for your income plans. Dividend investment is attractive for multiple reasons: They are passive income. Dividends are generally taxed at a lower rate, … Read more

Online Trading: Getting Started

For many of us, the stock market and all of its technical intricacies is an entirely foreign concept. The mind-boggling jargon and brash, risk-taking characters associated with the stock market are enough to make many conclude ‘nope, not for me’. However, strip away the buzzwords and the gambling mentality, and the trading industry is far … Read more

Investing for Beginners Guide

Investing for Beginners

Investing can be a scary task for someone new to the world of finance. But despite what some Wall Street experts will tell you, many investment concepts are actually easy to grasp. With just a bit of study, it is possible for a newbie to understand the basics. In this article, we will examine some … Read more

Basic Terms Related to Dividends- Explained!

Investing in dividend paying stocks is great for your portfolio, and this article will provide the basic terms you need to know about dividends- explained. Dividend Fundamentals Perhaps you are thinking of investing in a business that has proven to be financially rewarding to its shareholders, or you are seeking avenues to invest your hard-earned … Read more

Dividend Stock Basics

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If you’re considering investing in dividend stocks, then it is important to establish a firm understanding of the basics. Below, I’m going to cover some of the basic ideas that you’ll want to know before you begin picking dividend stocks for your portfolio. Dividend Strategy You must understand the strategy you want to follow. Here … Read more

Why I Like Dividend Stocks

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Dividend investing isn’t as cool as some of the investing methods highlighted by the movies. You won’t see Jim Cramer shouting “buy, buy, buy” because a stock is a dividend aristocrat, but dividend investing is still one of my favorite styles of investment. I’ve mentioned in the past that I live differently than most people and … Read more