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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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It Was the Best of Times, It Was the Worst of Times

It Was the Best of Times, It Was the Worst of Times

All about how missing the best market days (or the worst!) might affect your portfolio.

You Would Rather Be...

You Would Rather Be...

Are you a thrill seeker, or content to relax in the backyard? Use this flowchart to find out more about your risk tolerance.

Behavioral Finance

Behavioral Finance

An amusing and whimsical look at behavioral finance best practices for investors.

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It Was the Best of Times, It Was the Worst of Times

Learn about key investment principles that will help you navigate the unpredictability of the financial markets.

Emotional vs. Strategic Decisions

Information vs. instinct. Are your choices based on evidence of emotion?

Best-Performing Asset Classes

Bonds may outperform stocks one year only to have stocks rebound the next.

Diversification, Patience, and Consistency

Three important factors when it comes to your financial life.

Do Our Biases Affect Our Financial Choices?

Even the most seasoned investors have biases affecting their financial choices.

The Anatomy of an Index

The S&P 500 represents a large portion of the value of the U.S. equity market, it may be worth understanding.

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College Savings

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

Wedding Budget Calculator

Estimate total wedding costs and see how different choices affect your overall budget.

How Compound Interest Works

Explore how compound interest can grow your money over time with this interactive tool.

Comparing Investments

Compare two different scenarios side by side to see how they stack up over time.

What Is My Net Worth?

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

Student Loan Refinance Calculator

Compare your current student loan terms to a potential refinance to see if it makes sense.

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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?"

Behavioral Finance

An amusing and whimsical look at behavioral finance best practices for investors.

Should You Invest in Exchange Traded Funds?

There are thousands of ETFs available. Should you invest in them?

The Business Cycle

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

Inflation and Your Portfolio

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

The Real Cost of a Vacation Home

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

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    A Taxing Story: Capital Gains and Losses

    Understanding how capital gains are taxed may help you refine your investment strategies.

    How Stocks Work

    Understanding how a stock works is key to understanding your investments.

    Buying a Home

    A look at what you need to think about when buying a home.

    Investing for Impact

    Learn how to build a socially conscious investment portfolio and invest in your beliefs.

    Key Money Moments: 4 Times You Should Talk to a Pro

    Life happens fast, and your finances can take a backseat if you’re not careful. Is it time to check in with a financial professional? This infographic will help you examine your own financial situation and decide if it’s time to step up your financial game.

    Diversification, Patience, and Consistency

    Three important factors when it comes to your financial life.

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    How Long Will Your Money Last?

    See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.

    How Compound Interest Works

    Explore how compound interest can grow your money over time with this interactive tool.

    Wedding Budget Calculator

    Estimate total wedding costs and see how different choices affect your overall budget.

    What Is My Net Worth?

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

    Comparing Investments

    Compare two different scenarios side by side to see how they stack up over time.

    Student Loan Refinance Calculator

    Compare your current student loan terms to a potential refinance to see if it makes sense.

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  • Videos

    Behavioral Finance

    An amusing and whimsical look at behavioral finance best practices for investors.

    What Can a Million Dollars Buy You?

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

    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?"

    Inflation and Your Portfolio

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

    The Real Cost of a Vacation Home

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

    Finding the Balance

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

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