Economic Recovery Investing Tips

Here are some things to consider as you begin planning your recovery investment strategy:

Investing tips 1 – Past economic recoveries
Many investors and economists are noting the similarities the current recession has to past recessions. Looking to see what sectors and types of companies have done well at different points in an economic recovery can be [...]

Heavy Metal Jacket For Defensive Investors

“Gold has a place in almost every investment portfolio as a hedge or safety mechanism,” says Burton Rothberg, Ph.D., a former senior trader with Commodities Corporation, who has invested in the gold markets for decades.
In February, gold briefly pierced the $1000-an-ounce mark before retreating, and while prices have been volatile this year, they have mostly [...]

7 Quick Numbers To Fix Your Personal Financial Situation

When we talk about personal finance, there are several rules of thumb that can help you build a solid financial plan. Here are a few numbers to remember when you want to improve your personal financial situation.
Aim for a Credit Score of 750
A credit score may vary from 300 to 900 but most people have [...]

Investing Basics

There are basics that beginner investors need to understand when investing in the stock market. Investing is more than understanding stocks and numbers. Knowing the how, what, why and when of investing is equally important for the beginner investor to figure out.
How To Invest:
The beginner investor will need to know how to begin the investing [...]

Investing While Retired

There’s no retirement without some stock, at least not anymore. Life spans are too long for bonds and cash investments to effectively combat inflation. If you retire at 65, plan on at least 14 more years of living, more if you’re healthy, have good genes or are just a plain old optimist.
The problem with owning [...]