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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Where Is the Market Headed?

We all know the stock market can be unpredictable. We all want to know, "What's next for the financial markets?"

Should I Invest in Gold?

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

All That Matters: Rambling and Gambling

How should investors respond to the recent tariff news? And what do online gambling companies have to do with investing?

What Can a Million Dollars Buy You?

$1 million in a diversified portfolio could help finance part of your retirement.

• Articles

  Five for Friday – August 21, 2026

  Ross looks at silver linings to bubbles, the average stock, the importance of breadth and the danger of leverage.

  In the Markets Now: Bull Market Biopsy

  With U.S. stocks near all-time highs, it’s natural to wonder if we are getting close to the end of this bull market.

  6 Ways to Inflation-Proof Your Retirement Plan

  Does rising inflation have you worried for your retirement plan? Protect your golden years with these strategies.

  In the Markets Now: Soft Landings and Bull Markets

  The current bull market is set to enter its third year. What are the real risks facing investors?

  All That Matters: Can't Keep a Good Market Down

  Mike and Ross break down what’s fueling the stock market and the economic blind spots that could catch investors off guard.

  In the Markets Now: Bitcoin Thoughts

  Ross tackles the return of Bitcoin buzz with an explainer on how to think of crypto from an investment perspective.

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• Calculators

  Debt-to-Income Ratio Calculator

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

  Monthly Budget

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

  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.

  What Is My Net Worth?

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

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• Videos

  Inflation and Your Portfolio

  Even low inflation rates can pose a threat to investment returns.

  Finding the Balance

  The sandwich generation faces unique challenges. For many, meeting needs is a matter of finding a balance.

  Where Is the Market Headed?

  We all know the stock market can be unpredictable. We all want to know, "What's next for the financial markets?"

  Global and International Funds

  Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?

  The Business Cycle

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

  What Smart Investors Know

  Savvy investors take the time to separate emotion from fact.

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