Financial experts weigh in on why the S&P 500 market has bounced back so powerfully, whether the rally can continue, and how investors should proceed in the coming year.... (Continue reading)
Sooner or later there comes a time on every journey, real or virtual when someone says, “Are we there yet?” Or in this case, “Learning more about what makes me tick and setting goals is all well and good, but... (Continue reading)
Sure, investing can be intimidating. And if you’re averse to what can appear to be an endless stream of formulas, ratios, and financial jargon, now is the time to get over it. ... (Continue reading)
In today’s unpredictable environment, far too many of us operate in survival mode, suffering from myopia when it comes to planning for our financial future. Sadly, I’ve found an overwhelming number of African Americans have made fear-fueled, short-term investment decisions... (Continue reading)
In the dot-com-crazed ’90s, a good number of investment firms chased big returns by employing high-risk strategies. As equity markets produced double-digit gains, portfolio managers seemed to view any tech venture as a boundless opportunity to reap huge profits. That... (Continue reading)
Families and individuals seek out financial advisers for any number of reasons. The National Association of Personal Financial Advisors has compiled a list to help you determine whether you need professional help with your finances.... (Continue reading)
I’m 61 years old and would like to retire in seven years. I have a pretty diverse portfolio, but I’d like to know how I should structure my investment holdings.... (Continue reading)
Creating a financial plan should be on everyone’s to-do list. Financial planning is not solely for the rich, nor should it be left up to your significant other. It is important for everyone—especially women—to develop a financial plan. ... (Continue reading)
Tea leaves, tarot cards, roots, potions, and Mattel’s Magic 8 Ball. If any of these things actually worked to predict the future, what questions might you pose—as an investor, that is? Here’s one: Can the financial markets continue their amazing—sometimes... (Continue reading)
Though objective experts believe neither philosophy is better than the other, each school of thought has armies of staunch, single-minded supporters.... (Continue reading)