Kristin Hitchcock - Writer for 24/7 Wall St.
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For many approaching retirement, the question of “when” to claim Social Security benefits looms large. The general advice is to wait until full retirement age (FRA), which depends on the...
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Diversification is key in today’s investing world. Exchange-traded funds, or ETFs, offer a convenient and affordable way to achieve this. Think of them as baskets filled with a variety of...
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Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are a valuable tool for investors looking to tap into the growth potential of specific sectors. These investment vehicles allow you to invest in many securities...
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Retiring early is becoming increasingly popular, and many early retirees claim Social Security early. After all, Social Security is the bedrock for most Americans’ retirement. Sadly, retiring early...
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Planning for retirement is one crucial step to achieving financial well-being. For many Americans, the 401(k) plan serves as the cornerstone of their retirement savings strategy. Maxing out a...
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ETFs and mutual funds can both be powerful tools for investors seeking diversification. Both of these investment vehicles hold baskets of securities. When you purchase them, you’re also...
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Dividend stocks are an increasingly popular choice for those looking for a steady stream of passive income. Typically, these stocks provide regular payouts alongside any capital appreciation that...
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SCHD and VOO are two very popular ETFs for investors looking to diversify quickly. Like all ETFs, these two investment vehicles hold a “bucket” of stocks. However, the stocks they hold...
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ETFs are a great way for investors to get instant diversification at a low cost. But with so many ETFs available, choosing the right one for your investment goals can be daunting. In this article,...
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ETFs are one of our favorite investment instruments. They provide exposure to a large swath of stocks, allowing you to quickly diversify your portfolio with a single purchase. You can find ETFs for...
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ETFs offer a convenient way to invest in many stocks at once. Each ETF holds a “basket” of different stocks, usually based on a certain index or type of stock. When you purchase an ETF,...
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In the ever-changing world of investing, ETFs have become the go-to choice for many novice and seasoned investors. ETFs are “baskets” of stocks. When you buy an ETF, you’re investing in all the...
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America loves trucks. It’s just a fact, and the Ford F-150 (NYSE: F) reigns supreme in many areas of the country. For decades, it’s been one of the best-selling trucks around, and it...
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In the fast-paced world of technology, where innovation reigns supreme, some companies cast a long shadow. Google (NASDAQ: GOOGL) has been the name for search engines and advertising. Investors...
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The S&P 500 index is widely used as a barometer of the U.S. stock market. It tracks the performance of the 500 largest publicly traded companies. If most of these companies are doing poorly in...
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