Articles by: dcross
Should You Pay Off Debt Before Investing?
Lots of people make a mistake when they pay off debt before investing. Here's when to tackle your debt first, and when to invest before digging out of debt.
What To Do When You're Over Roth IRA Income Limits
A Roth IRA is an invaluable type of retirement account, but if you earn too much the IRS precludes you from contributing to one. Here are some alternatives.
Your Investments Are Up: When To Sell A Stock And Take A Profit
Buy low, sell high. When to sell a winning stock is arguably more important than knowing when to buy. The golden rules for selling stocks at a profit.
On the Road from $0 to a Million, This Simple Pyramid is Your Map; What Level Are You On?
To get rich, it pays to think big. Here's how you can take a 'big-picture' approach to your money with the Financial Planning Pyramid.
Investing in Bonds Made Easy; Why You Can't Call Yourself an Investor Until You Understand Bonds
Bonds may be stocks' boring stepsisters, but they've got a vital role in any competent investor's portfolio. Here's the bare minimum to know about investing in bonds.
Don't Throw Good Money After Bad; When To Sell A Losing Investment
When is it time to sell a losing investment? Smart investors don't wait to sell a stock when it's down. Here's why, and when you should sell a losing stock.
How to Tell the Good Mutual Funds from the Bad: Four Must-know Performance Metrics
Most of us do more research on cars we buy than on investments. Not good! A few key mutual fund performance metrics can help us be more educated investors.
