With back-to-school in full swing, parents are researching how to give their children a head start in paying for college. Many look to 529 plans. With education costs increasing, and more students using loans to cover their university needs, it makes sense to consider a 529 plan. And, as we approach the end of the third […]
One of the most popular investments right now is the ETF. An exchange-traded fund is kind of like a hybrid between a mutual fund and a stock. You get the diversity of a fund, as well as easy trading — since, unlike mutual funds, ETFs are traded on an exchange like a stock. You pay […]
Dan’s tried to build his financial portfolio for years, but he’s not gotten far. He’s finally reached the point where it’s shut up or put up. He needs an adviser. Unfortunately, Dan has no idea how to hire a financial adviser, or find the one that’s right for him. Too many options make things confusing. […]
Investing for your retirement can be a big headache these days. With an unstable economy, stock market investments and traditional retirement options can be risky. For those 60 and under, stock market investments may still be an option, but for those over 60, a more secure investment (at least for a portion of your portfolio) […]
According to recent housing market statistics, house flipping (the practice of buying an under-priced home with the purpose of re-selling it for a profit) is on the rise once again. As the market bounces back from the drop in home values and bankruptcy of the nation’s largest mortgage companies, speculators are feeling more confident about […]
529 plans are an excellent way to help your children, grandchildren, or nieces and nephews save for college. Not only are they easy to set up and maintain, but they also grow tax-deferred, and distributions are completely tax-free if they’re used for qualified education expenses. However, things can get a little complicated if you decide […]
