Want to strengthen your portfolio’s risk-return profile? Adding bonds can create a more balanced portfolio by adding diversification and calming volatility. But the bond market may seem unfamiliar even to the most experienced investors.
Digital platforms make it easier than ever to get money to quickly, whether you’re a parent who forgot the fees for your child’s field trip or you’re a teenager who
If they’re FDIC-insured, online banks are as safe as traditional brick-and-mortar banks in many ways. You can also take steps as a consumer to ensure your account is as protected as possible
Service dogs provide valuable assistance to those with disabilities, but health insurance plans generally don’t cover the cost of acquiring, training, or maintaining a service dog. However, alternative financing options
Individual retirement arrangements (IRAs) are savings accounts that have tax and growth advantages over other types of accounts. You can choose from two main types of IRAs: a traditional IRA
Millions of Americans regularly use mobile banking, including the ability to deposit checks with a mobile device. Depositing checks with a smartphone, a tablet, or another mobile device is fast,
What does it mean to be financially responsible? It’s a complex question with a complex answer, but at its core is a simple truth: To be financially responsible, you need
The podcast industry has exploded with growth, and that growth has extended to podcasts about investing and finance as well. There are between three million and four million podcasts worldwide,
In October 2022, the Federal Reserve gathered a study to analyze the financial well-being of households. Results from the Survey of Household Economics and Decision-making report showed that the overall
Whether retirement is right around the corner or a couple decades away, being prepared is key. It’s never too early or too late to contribute toward a healthy retirement. The
