How Much Stock Does an Average American Own?
While equities have outperformed every investment class over time, many Americans are passing up equities in favor of bonds and real estate. Here we …
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2011 IRA Contribution Limits - SIMPLE IRA
A SIMPLE IRA is a great way to save and invest money for retirement. However, there are limits on how much can be contributed to a SIMPLE IRA. The …
Continue ReadingThe Contribution Age Limit for Simple IRAs
The contribution age limit for a simple IRA is 70-1/2. You cannot contribute funds after that age. Also, you must begin taking distributions then. The …
Continue ReadingHow Much Can I Contribute to My SEP IRA
A SEP-IRA is a tax-advantaged small business retirement plan. Like many other qualified plans, the limits on contributions are changed from time to …
Continue ReadingHow To Trade On The TSX
Learning how to trade on the TSX doesn’t have to be difficult. Find out about the options and tools you can use to participate in both direct …
Continue ReadingTransfers From UTMA Accounts To 529 plans
The primary reason for transfers from UTMA accounts to 529 plans is to have more control over the use of funds. UTMA funds may be used for any …
Continue ReadingFinding the Best Investment Coins
Collecting coins can be fun. It can also be profitable. There are many coins that have soared in value over the years. Some have sold at auction for …
Continue ReadingCan You Buy a Second Home with IRA Money Pre-Retirement - and Are There Penalties?
If you are considering buying a second home, you may wonder whether to take the funds out of your IRA account. While real estate is still considered …
Continue ReadingInvesting: Precious Metals IRA Investing
You have an IRA which is not making much money and you have heard about precious metal IRA investing. The profit potential from gold and silver is …
Continue ReadingTrading Stocks in 401k or IRA Accounts
Investing retirement accounts in the stock market is risky. Investors can theoretically lose 100 percent of their investment. However, trading stocks …
Continue ReadingHow Forex Fraud Investor Alerts Help You from Being Conned
Forex fraud investor alerts can save you from financial loss if you are new to trading Forex. Trading foreign currencies is a legitimate business, but …
Continue ReadingHow is Market Risk Measured - How do You Tell if an Investment is Safe?
Market risk cannot be eliminated and all investments are exposed to it. But, being able to measure market risk can be a great help when making …
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