Author: Laurel Tincher
27 ways to invest in a carbon-free future
Impact investing and socially responsible investing has been growing in popularity in recent years, and will continue to grow for the foreseeable future. Investing in a carbon-free future …
Why it’s actually pretty hard to calculate your gross monthly income with just biweekly paystubs
Gross income is the amount of money earned before any payroll deductions for taxes, insurance, retirement contributions, and such. To calculate gross monthly income from a …
Are stocks the perfect stocking stuffer?
Stocks are a unique gift that have the potential to keep on giving over time. They can be given to family members, friends, charities, and …
The best states for retirement if you care about taxes
Many people consider relocating in retirement in order to reduce their cost of living and make their savings last longer. When weighing the pros and cons …
How to spend less on groceries, even during inflation
Everyone buys groceries, but how much should an individual or household spend on food each month? Food is the third largest expenditure for Americans, and for …
Understanding the basics of real estate options
When it comes to real estate investing, there are many ways to get involved in the market and make a profit. A homeowner might …
What to know about stock market corrections
It doesn’t matter if you’re a new or seasoned investor, when the stock market has a correction, it can be extremely stressful. Nobody likes to see …
How do you cash out stocks?
Buying stocks can be a fairly straightforward undertaking, whether done online or through a financial advisor. But when it’s time to sell shares, some beginning investors …
Using fundamental analysis to choose stocks
Knowledge is power, especially when choosing which stocks to invest in or sell to build a strong portfolio. One method that might help you figure out …
What is cost basis?
It’s common for people to avoid thinking about taxes until filing season is upon them. Unfortunately, this can lead to missed opportunities to reduce tax payments. …
How many Bitcoins are left?
Bitcoin has gained popularity as an investment in recent years, due to its unique design and underlying technology. Part of what gives Bitcoin value is that it has …
How low can a stock go?
As any long-term investor in the market can attest, stocks rise and fall—influenced by a meandering mix of human psychology, economic trends, and supply and demand. …
Unrealized gains & losses 101
When an investor looks at their portfolio and sees that it has gone up or down in value, it can feel exciting or terrible, depending on …
What does HODL mean?
For newcomers to cryptocurrency investing, there can be some confusing jargon used in forums and articles. Words like FUD, Moon and HODL, which originated as chat room …
Understanding low float stocks
Day traders use different strategies than long term traders to maximize their earnings. Rather than building a diverse portfolio that will continue to grow over time, …
DINK: Living the dual income no kids lifestyle
More and more Millennials and Gen Xers are deciding to wait to have kids, or not have kids at all. This choice is partly financial. Having …
Explaining the shareholder voting process
If you own stocks, one of your rights as a shareholder is to vote on certain company decisions and appointments. Although all publicly traded U.S. companies …
How is an IPO price set?
Prior to listing a stock for sale on a public exchange, companies go through a rigorous process of preparation and compliance. In addition to providing the …
DRIP investing: Finding dividend reinvestment stocks
One of the first investment concepts to grasp is that compound interest and earnings can help an investor’s portfolio grow. If an investor buys an asset which pays …
