Investing

When your return on investment is higher than the cost of financing debt, it might actually make sense to invest while simultaneously making your minimum debt payments.

Some investors in peer-to-peer loans boast double-digit returns: 10%, 11%—even 12%—a year. But absolutely, there are risks. Get the facts about peer-to-peer lending before you invest.

Investing in marijuana stocks is becoming more and more popular, but may come with substantial risks. Here’s what you need to consider.

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When it comes to a Roth IRA vs. Traditional IRA, it all depends on when you want your tax break. But, when in doubt, choose a Roth IRA. Here’s why.

You know what they say, it’s never too early to start saving for retirement! The Roth IRA is a tool that can help you start saving at any age for the retirement you’ve always dreamed of.

The S&P 500, Dow Jones, and NASDAQ are the three most popular stock indexes. But what are they, how do they work, and how can you choose which one is right for you?

Savings bonds are an interest-earning investment option backed by the full faith of the government. They aren’t a fast-appreciating investment per se, but they help protect the value of your money against high rates of inflation, and can be an important component of a well-diversified portfolio.

You may already know that you should contribute as much to your 401k plan as your employer will match. But when is it time to increase your 401k contributions? And how do you decide between adding more to your 401k or funding an IRA?

There are a lot of subtle differences between Roth 401(k)s and Traditional 401(k)s, so today we’ll help you decide which one is right for you!