Investing

The Real Growth Stocks
Stocks

The Real Growth Stocks

Michael Kantrowitz, CFA | March 4, 2021

Although about 270 stocks in the S&P 500 are classified as "growth," having increased revenue an average of 15% or more over the past five years, only 66 are truly worthy of that designation.

Simplify Your Portfolio with One, Two or Three Funds
Mutual Funds & ETFs

Simplify Your Portfolio with One, Two or Three Funds

David Snowball, PhD | August 25, 2020

Instead of cramming your investment portfolio full of funds, consider consolidating.

Make Money by Working from Home

Make Money by Working from Home

Brie Reynolds | December 2, 2019

Where to look and how to apply for telecommute jobs—plus how to avoid scam listings.

Writing Your Résumé: Job Hunting at 40 and Beyond
Aging for Beginners

Writing Your Résumé: Job Hunting at 40 and Beyond

Adriane Berg | June 4, 2019

How older workers can present themselves in the best light on their job search. Résumé-writing secrets and more.

Bond Funds That Guarantee a Return of Principal at Maturity

Bond Funds That Guarantee a Return of Principal at Maturity

Jay Srivatsa | April 22, 2019

There are ETFs that combine features of individual bonds and bond funds.

10 Great Stocks for the 2020s
Stocks

10 Great Stocks for the 2020s

Michael Lippert, CFA, JD | March 14, 2019

Here are some of the most powerful trends that could dominate the stock market in the 2020s…and the 10 best stocks to take advantage of them.

2019’s Best New IPOs for Investors
Stocks

2019’s Best New IPOs for Investors

Matthew ­Kennedy | February 19, 2019

The potential for investment gains in new IPOs is enormous this year. But not all IPOs are equally attractive.

Older People Get Internships, Too—and It Can Relaunch a Career

Older People Get Internships, Too—and It Can Relaunch a Career

Carol Fishman Cohen | February 7, 2019

If you have put your career on hold, one of these "midcareer internships" could be a way to erase an employer’s hesitance.

August 1, 2018 | Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V. | FCAU
Stock of the Week

August 1, 2018 | Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V. | FCAU

Matt Watson | July 30, 2018

This week’s Stock of the Week is an automaker that’s had an impressive turnaround and is only getting stronger.

The 3 Risks of Buying and Selling Valuable Coins…and Insider Strategies You Can Use to Handle Them
The Money Connoisseur

The 3 Risks of Buying and Selling Valuable Coins…and Insider Strategies You Can Use to Handle Them

Scott A. Travers | June 4, 2018

Buying, holding and selling coins all expose you to risk, but you can use these insider strategies to minimize risk and maximize your profit.

Secrets of Profiting from US Gold Coins
The Money Connoisseur

Secrets of Profiting from US Gold Coins

Scott A. Travers | May 7, 2018

Here’s how to make even more profit on US gold coins by knowing the metal content of specific coins, your dealer's markup, and when to buy and sell.

Why High Stock Dividend Yields Can Be Dangerous
Stocks

Why High Stock Dividend Yields Can Be Dangerous

Charles Lewis Sizemore, CFA | May 2, 2018

When stock investors focus on dividend yield, they overlook the fact that very high yields are often a sign of distress.

How to Convert Your Loose Change into a Silver Treasure Chest
The Money Connoisseur

How to Convert Your Loose Change into a Silver Treasure Chest

Scott A. Travers | January 25, 2018

U.S. dimes, quarters, half dollars and dollar coins from certain mint dates are worth much more than face value.

5 Stock-Picking Secrets from Legendary Fund Manager Joel Tillinghast
Stocks

5 Stock-Picking Secrets from Legendary Fund Manager Joel Tillinghast

Joel ­Tillinghast, CFA | November 6, 2017

Legendary manager Joel Tillinghast of the Fidelity Low-Priced Stock Fund shares five stock-picking secrets that can benefit small investors.

Ask the Right Questions When You Leave a Job

Ask the Right Questions When You Leave a Job

Alan Sklover, Esq. | July 13, 2017

Employers often conduct exit interviews with employees who are leaving. They ask the soon-to-be-former employees their opinions about the workplace,…