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  Zero-coupon bonds: What they are, pros and cons, tips to invest

  Here’s a look at zero-coupon bonds, what they are and how they work.

  4 min read Sep 18, 2024
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  5 warning signs that an annuity is a bad investment

  Here are five warning signs of a bad annuity.

  4 min read Sep 16, 2024
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  Day trading crypto: 9 essential things to know before starting to buy and sell

  Here are key things to know before you start day trading cryptocurrency.

  6 min read Sep 12, 2024
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  Investing in the $500 billion collectibles market: How to get started

  Collectors looking to build real wealth should keep an eye on changing tastes.

  7 min read Sep 11, 2024
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  How do bonds generate returns for investors?

  Interest payments are the primary way bonds generate returns for investors.

  4 min read Sep 10, 2024
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  How to give cryptocurrency as a gift

  Here are four ways to give crypto, including how to go about it and what to know.

  3 min read Sep 10, 2024
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  How inflation affects the stock market

  Inflation impacts stock prices and sector performance. Here’s how.

  4 min read Sep 10, 2024
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  5 investments to avoid in your taxable accounts

  These five investments are generally better off in a tax-advantaged account.

  3 min read Sep 09, 2024
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  How to buy cryptocurrency

  Investors now have more options when it comes to buying cryptocurrencies.

  4 min read Sep 05, 2024
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  Cryptocurrency statistics 2024: Investing in crypto

  Here is an easy-to-follow guide on the most important things to know about digital currencies.

  10 min read Sep 04, 2024
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  Free options trading – These brokers offer it

  Here are the brokers now offering free trading on options and what to know.

  3 min read Sep 03, 2024
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  Types of bonds: Advantages and limitations

  What to know about different types of bonds before investing.

  3 min read Sep 03, 2024
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  Passive income: How is it taxed?

  Learn how passive income is taxed and ways you can lower what you pay to the IRS.

  6 min read Aug 29, 2024
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  Index funds vs. mutual funds: What’s the difference?

  Index funds and mutual funds both offer investors the chance to invest in a diversified collection of assets.

  4 min read Aug 29, 2024
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  What is the average stock market return?

  What kind of returns do stocks generate? Here’s the average market return.

  3 min read Aug 28, 2024
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  Survey: 2 in 5 Americans regret not saving enough for retirement or emergencies

  Two in 5 people with a financial regret haven’t made progress in the last 12 months.

  6 min read Aug 28, 2024
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  How government bonds are taxed

  Learn how government bonds are taxed and what exemptions may apply.

  4 min read Aug 26, 2024
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  Short call vs. long call

  See how long calls and short calls compare as option contract strategies.

  8 min read Aug 23, 2024
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  How to open a brokerage account: Step-by-step instructions

  Not quite sure how to get started with investing? Here’s how to open a brokerage account in just three steps.

  4 min read Aug 22, 2024
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  How are options taxed? Key things to know about capital gains taxes on options

  Here’s how options are taxed for capital gains.

  5 min read Aug 16, 2024