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401k vs. IRA - Learn the differences and similarities between a 401k and and IRA

Is a 401k the Same as an IRA? 401k vs. IRA

401k vs. IRA vs. Roth IRA Retirement options can be overwhelming. Should you choose a 401k vs. IRA? What is a 401k anyway? What’s the difference between a traditional IRA and a Roth IRA? Putting aside money for retirement is a good strategy, but it’s important to use the right type of retirement savings account for your personal financial needs in order to make the most of your pre-retirement years. That’s why it’s a good idea to become familiar with the benefits of a 401k vs. IRA benefits. W…

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Definitive Guide to ETFs and Mutual funds

Mutual Funds vs Exchange Traded Funds – Which One’s For You?

The Definitive Guide to Mutual Funds vs. Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) By, Soumyadipta Basu Investors, you hear the terms mutual funds and exchange traded funds bandied about, but what do they mean, and what are their similarities and differences? Before comparing the two different kinds of funds lets first understand the fundamentals of mutual funds and exchange-traded funds and then you can figure out which one (or both) are best for you.

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Is Blogging Dead? How to Make Money With a Blog

Every few months someone comes and tells the world “Blogging is dead.” and yet many of us still make money with a blog. Blogging has been dead for at least 10 years now, since the early adopters started making money and then claiming it’s a done deal – you can’t create a profitable blog. And yet, every year, new bloggers appear on the ‘map’ and earn a good income. Is blogging really dead? Well, blogging as we knew it a decade ago is clearly gone. I remember that, back in 2006, when I started …

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Real Estate vs Stock Market – Which is the Best Investment?

Should I Invest in Real Estate or the Stock Market? By, Soumyadipta Basu Once you are on track with your primary financial goals such as retirement contributions and being debt free, except for your home mortgage, it’s time to embark on your next journey in the world of personal finance. Next, it’s time to think about about growing your wealth. While there are a few options of doing so, investing in real estate and the stock markets are the both popular and offer a high rate of return. For an…

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Wealth Secrets and Worries of the Super Rich

The super rich are both similar and different than you and me. Of course they have more money, but the super rich also have problems. Find out what matters to the super rich, their worries and money strategies that you can implement to build your wealth.

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Wondering whether you should invest in an IPO? Read this article first. IPOs are risky investments.

Should I Invest In An IPO?

Just Because You Can Invest in an IPO, Doesn’t Mean That You Should Sometimes it feels like the best time to invest in stocks is 50 years ago—not an encouraging thought for someone looking to get started investing in 2018! Since it seems like everything good is already too expensive to start investing in, you might wonder if you should invest in an IPO. An IPO, or an Initial Public Offering, is when a company first makes its stocks publicly available for purchase. This typically happens when …

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Buy and Hold – The Best Way to Succeed With Investing

Buy and Hold Investment Advice for Volatile Markets Get ready, I’m going to reveal the biggest investing secret. And it’s not a bunch of hooey, but based on research by Dalbar, a top investment research firm, findings from Standard and Poor’s research and other investment performance studies. If you think you know how to invest or if you’re a newbie investor, just starting out, you must heed this investment advice.

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Sharia investing, halal investing - get the basics on how to invest with your Islamic values.

What is Halal Investing? How to Invest With Your Islamic Faith

What is Islamic Investing? Sharia investing relies on a few guiding principles: Investments cannot profit from debt, so no investing in loans! Investors must choose investment funds or companies that make ethical decisions. Companies that profit from tobacco, arms, or pornography are out of the question. Investments should be vetted by a sharia review board to ensure that the choices follow halal investing It is not uncommon to want investment options that match your ethical standards. For so…

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Join the down payment movement and get into your own home!

Join the Down Payment Movement – Get Motivated to Save Up for Your New Home

Get Inspired to Buy a Home With the Down Payment Movement The Down Payment Movement can help your dream of owning a home become a reality. I’m joining with other financial writers and participating in the Down Payment Movement to help you become a homeowner. Here’s Why You Want to Buy a Home You’ll have a place to call your own! You’ll build up equity in the home so that over the years, as you pay off the mortgage, you’ll own your home outright.

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Shared Equity and More -Ways to Get Cash Out of Your Home or Help With a Down Payment

Funding For Your Home – From Traditional Tactics to Shared Equity and Alternative Home Financing  If you’re lucky enough to have a home and a mortgage and you need extra cash, your home equity can help. There are several ways to tap your home equity, without selling. Living in the San Francisco area has its pros and cons. Buying a home – definitely a con. Building equity, if you already own your home is a definite pro. In September 2017, the average Bay area home cost $729,000, up 11.6% over …

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