Unfortunately there is not much clarity on the different types of financial advisors out there along with the pros and cons of each. So let me shed some light on the major types, since I believe most …

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The media and the financial services' marketing teams have done a good job preaching the virtues of "diversification" or, not putting all your eggs into one basket. By holding investments …

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If you are new to investing you will come across a concept known as "The Rule of 72". What it boils down to is a quick reminder that investment performance, in terms of long term rate of …

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I've finally gotten around to adding some more readings to the Recommended Books section - five to be exact! There are now six books in total that are on my list and I think once you have read the …

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For those that invest in mutual funds I want to bring to your attention a point that often gets overlooked. You've often heard that you can't pick mutual funds based solely on their past performance - …

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...but perhaps you didn't know that because you are so busy - and I can't blame you. But for you, and the rest of us, here is what happened on that auspicious day. Brain drain should have officially …

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