Conventional wisdom says that you need a mix of stocks and bonds because when one goes up the other typically goes down. But what if both go down at the same time (as happened in 2008)? Wouldn’t it be nice if instead of a two legged stool of (stocks and bonds) you could have a 3 legged stool that was even more stable?
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In uncertain economic times, many investors turn to precious metals to diversify their portfolios and protect their wealth. While investing in precious metals may seem daunting, it is a smart financial move that can provide many benefits. In this post, we’ll explore the top reasons why you should consider adding precious metals to your financial portfolio.
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Are you looking forward to retirement? If so, then you should be thinking about how you’ll get there. With wise investments, you could retire sooner than you think. Besides, the sooner you start, the faster you’ll get there. Always research your investments before pulling the trigger, though. That way, you’ll have everything you need to make an informed decision.
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When you’re investing money for your family’s future, it’s important to find good returns while also diversifying to reduce risk. While placing all of your money into a single asset can produce great returns during good times, it can also cause huge losses when the market turns south. One good indicator for when you should be more cautious is when unsophisticated people get more interested in the market.
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Average living costs tend to rise everywhere, which is something that investors need to consider when determining the longevity of their investments. An investment might increase in value, but it can be a net loss if its value rises more slowly than the cost of living. Whether you’re investing for retirement, your children’s education or another goal, read on to learn how you can make sure your plan keeps pace with the rising cost of living.
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When first getting into investing, you might contemplate just jumping into the deep end—but, before you take that leap, there are some things you should consider. Investing can be a tricky subject, which for some can enhance that feeling of needing to get it over with and begin investing at the drop of a dime. However, it’s better to acquaint yourself with investing, and the methods many professionals undertake, prior to trying your hand. Here are some of the best tips we have to offer for those just getting into investing, particularly what you should and shouldn’t be doing.
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Investing for the “long-term” can help you weather financial storms both before and after retirement. Regardless of the amount of money in question, a savings/investment plan can assist in achieving various financial goals. From buying a house to savings for college to retirement.
However, creating an investment plan is one thing and making it work is something else. It is common for investment plans to go bust due to some frequent mistakes that most investors make. Knowing how to avoid the pitfalls will add value to that plan you have in place.
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There are many ways to generate extra income, and the key to a secure retirement is to generate a source of passive income, whether that be stocks, real estate or a business. The key is to develop a system that will work for you so that rather than trading hours for dollars you can afford to spend your time on other pursuits while your personal money machine works for you.
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History is full of examples of governments who when they can’t pay off their debts, begin to confiscate private-sector assets. The most recent example is Cyprus. After the close of business Friday March 15th 2013, the government of Cyprus declared that they were going to deduct 6.75% of every bank account of less than €100,000 ($130,000) and
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Why buy gold bars? Gold bars are probably one of the most sensible investments today. Gold has been a store of value for thousands of years. For all these years, it has been known for its luster, beauty and brilliance and in modern times it has been found to be one of the best conductors
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For those who have only recently accumulated enough excess money to consider investments, the range of options can be startlingly complex. For many people, at the very most it used to mean leaving one’s cash in a high-interest savings account for a few years. But in terms of getting a bigger return, savings are arguably
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You likely have seen invitations to open a “Gold IRA” or something with a similar name. Perhaps you should, but before you do, think about why an Individual Retirement Account might or might not be a good place to hold gold. That may tell you something about the best way to introduce gold into your IRA. Gold isn’t the only investment that raises the “Does it belong in an IRA?” question. Every investment does. And for every investment, the answer is, “It depends.” It depends on the nature of the other assets in your overall portfolio. It depends on how big the IRA is compared to your total holdings. And it depends on your judgment as to which investments are likely to be the most profitable.
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