Author: Brian Nibley
5 investing rules to keep in mind
It can be difficult trying to learn the rules of investing, because in reality, there are no hard and fast rules. There’s nothing stopping someone from …
What is the spot market & how does it work?
The spot market of a commodity is a market where buyers meet sellers and make an immediate exchange. In other words, delivery takes place at the …
Guide to taxes and cryptocurrency
With some investors seeing substantial profits in cryptocurrency, governments understandably want to take in cryptocurrency taxes. But since cryptocurrency trading is a relatively new type of investment, investors …
How can I invest $1,000?
Saving money is great. But today, savings accounts typically yield little to no interest. Those whose goal is to save money may want to consider choosing …
5 important options trading strategies
Options contracts represent agreements that give an investor the right — and in some cases, the obligation — to buy or sell a particular security at …
The basics of electronic trading
Electronic trading, also known as e-trading, refers to the process of conducting trades in financial markets through an online broker-dealer. These trades can take place in …
Shorting a stock explained
It’s possible to make money in the market no matter which way it moves — up, down or sideways (which are the only three ways markets …
7 top ETF trends for 2021
As 2020 ends, it’s clear that exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have become a popular way to invest. Like any investment product, things are always changing. Keeping an …
Can you lose money in an index fund?
Index funds allow investors to track the market in a low-cost, consistent way, according to most analysts and advisors. An index fund provides exposure to a diverse selection …
Understanding stock dilution
When a company reaches a certain size and meets certain requirements, its management can decide to offer shares of stock to the public. This process is …
5 bullish indicators for a stock
When it comes to figuring out when to buy a stock, there are two main schools of thought: fundamental analysis and technical analysis. Fundamental analysis involves all …
Bear market investing strategies
A bear market is generally defined as a drop of 20% or more from market highs. The term can be used to describe a specific security …
5 trend indicators to know
Trying to time the market is a difficult task that few non-professional investors do with repeatable success. Still, there are some ways to make more educated investment picks …
Should I pull my money out of the stock market?
When the stock market drops, some investors get antsy. Watching the market decline in real-time can be stressful. It may even seem like invested money is …
7 investment opportunities in 2021
Getting started investing can seem downright overwhelming. Newbie investors might find themselves flooded with questions — things like: • “How do I start investing?”• “What should my asset …
A guide to high-risk stocks
Investing always comes with risk. The question for most new investors will be how much risk they are willing to take on. Conventional wisdom often says …
