> Investing 101

What is Investing?
What is investing and how does it differ from saving? Investing is the proactive use of your money to make more money.

How to Calculate Risk Premium
Risk premium is what a stock should return over a "risk-free" investment. It is your reward for taking a risk with your money.

Picking Stocks is like Buying a Car
Picking stocks for investment is a process that involves eliminates those that don't match your criteria. When it comes to deciding what to pay, there are several methods to determine the correct price. Intrinsic value is one of the most popular methods.

Stuck in Bad Investment Thanks to Stock Broker
When a stock broker puts you in a risky product against your wishes, you have recourse.

Finding Winning Stocks in Down Market
Even in the worst markets, you can find some winners - you just have to work a little harder to find them.

Weak Demand Important Factor in Stock Pricing
Despite high crude oil prices, it's weak demand for gasoline that holds back oil stock prices. Supply and demand is an important factor in determining price of stocks.

Corrections are Natural Part of Stock Market
Corrections are a natural part of the stock market cycle - don't fight them.

Don't be too Conservative with Stocks in Retirement
There is a danger you can be too conservative in your investment strategy as you approach retirement - don't back off stocks too soon.

Dow Record Means Little to Average Investor
While the record set by the Dow means little to the average investor, it may be an important confidence builder for some concerned about a softening economy.

Should You Own Individual Stocks?
Should you own individual stocks or mutual funds? Which investment is better for you? For many investors, the answer is both and this article gives some reasons why.

Use all Four Asset Classes to Build your Portfolio
There are four classes of assets you can use to build your portfolio - use them all for a sound foundation.

Don't Count on Stocks for Short-Term Goals
Stocks are not appropriate for the short term because they can be volatile.

Investing Goals - Setting Investing Goals is Important
It is important to set investing goals, especially if you have more than one major goal.