Options - Understanding the Basics
Monday February 28, 2005
An option is a contract that gives the owner the right, but not the obligation, to buy or sell a security at a particular price on or before a certain ... Read More
Rebalance Your Portfolio and Stay on Track
Thursday February 24, 2005
Portfolio rebalancing is the process of bringing the different asset classes back into proper relationship following a significant change in one or more. Find out why this is important and ... Read More
How Many Different Stocks Should You Own?
Tuesday February 22, 2005
How many different stocks should you own? There is no absolute answer to that question – every investor will come up with an answer that suits his or her particular ... Read More
How to Deal with Losses in the Stock Market
Monday February 21, 2005
You are going to lose money if you invest in stocks. Sooner or later, it’s bound to happen. If fact, it may have happened already and you don’t recognize it ... Read More
Don't Get Cheap When Buying for the Long Term
Thursday February 17, 2005
Trying to save pennies on a long-term stock buy may cost you more than you could possibly save if you're not careful.
When to Sell a Stock - Part Two
Wednesday February 16, 2005
When is a good time to sell a stock? This is the second part of a series that examines when it is a good time to sell stocks.
Knowing When to Sell a Stock
Tuesday February 15, 2005
When is the best time to sell a stock? The answer to that question is often as difficult and individual as deciding when to buy a stock.
Beware of the High Dividend Yield Trap
Friday February 11, 2005
Stocks with high dividend yields may be a smart buy, but they may also be a trap. Always check the other fundamentals before making an investment decision.
Should You Care about Bull or Bear Markets?
Wednesday February 9, 2005
Are we in a bull market or a bear market and should you care? The difference between the intelligent investor and the person who invests on a whim is what ... Read More
Finding Money in your Budget for Investing
Tuesday February 8, 2005
If you are having trouble finding money to fund your investing program, try this simple strategy. It may change the whole way you think about your personal finances.
Buying Stocks at the Right Price
Monday February 7, 2005
There are two parts to a successful investment: picking the right company and buying at the right price. The price/sales ratio is one tool that will help you determine the ... Read More
Calculating the Real Rate of Return on Your Investments
Thursday February 3, 2005
How much did your investments really earn last year? You can calculate a rate of return, but if you don’t adjust it for inflation and taxes, you’re not getting the ... Read More
Size Matters in Investing
Wednesday February 2, 2005
In investing, like many other things, size does matter. Some investors limit their selections to certain size companies, while others spread their money across the size spectrum.
Are You an Investor or a Trader?
Tuesday February 1, 2005
Are you investing in a stock or a company? That may sound like confusing question, but it is an important distinction and can get you in trouble if you don’t ... Read More