Investment

Investing should be easy – just buy low and sell high – but most of us have trouble following that simple advice. There are principles and strategies that may enable you to put together an investment portfolio that reflects your risk tolerance, time horizon, and goals. Understanding these principles and strategies can help you avoid some of the pitfalls that snare some investors.

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The Cycle of Investing

The Cycle of Investing

Understanding the cycle of investing may help you avoid easy pitfalls.

All That Matters: What's New, What Isn't

All That Matters: What's New, What Isn't

How should investors interpret recent market volatility? And what’s different this time?

What Smart Investors Know

What Smart Investors Know

Savvy investors take the time to separate emotion from fact.

All That Matters: The Next Bear Market

The next bear market is inevitable – will you be prepared?

All That Matters: Things That Surprise Us

Mike Antonelli and Ross Mayfield share a few things that are shocking them about the markets and economy today.

2026 Market and Policy Outlook

See what’s ahead for markets and policy in 2026 – and how it could impact you.

All That Matters: What Lies Ahead

For the first episode of 2025, Mike and Ross pull back and look at the year to come.

Can a Stock Market Selloff Be a Good Thing?

When a down market can be a blessing in disguise.

In the Markets Now: Labor Day Labor Market Update

Ross checks in with several noteworthy indicators of labor market health.

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Debt-to-Income Ratio Calculator

Calculate your debt-to-income ratio to understand how lenders may view your financial health.

What Is My Net Worth?

Get a snapshot of your overall financial picture by calculating your total net worth.

Student Loan Payoff Calculator: Extra Payments Can Save You

See how extra payments toward your student loans could shorten your payoff timeline.

College Savings

See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.

Monthly Budget

Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.

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The Real Cost of a Vacation Home

What if instead of buying that vacation home, you invested the money?

Should I Invest in Gold?

Learning more about gold and its history may help you decide whether it has a place in your portfolio.

The Junk Drawer Approach to Investing

It's easy to let investments accumulate like old receipts in a junk drawer.

Are Alternative Investments Right for You?

With alternative investments, it’s critical to sort through the complexity.

The Business Cycle

How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?

The Rule of 72

Do you know how long it may take for your investments to double in value? The Rule of 72 is a quick way to figure it out.

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