Stocks
Help, I’m Confused About Investing. What Should I Do?
Best Long-term Investing Strategy: Build Wealth With Confidence A former MBA student wrote in asking, “What is the best long-term investing strategy? I’m so confused about investing, that I don’t know where to begin.” Investing can feel overwhelming—especially when headlines scream about market crashes, recessions and global uncertainty. But here’s the truth: the best long-term […]
Fed’s FOMC Lowers Rates Again, Dropping Them Another 25 BPs
For the second month in a row, the Federal Reserve’s Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) lowered interest rates. The FOMC voted to reduce the federal funds rate, which influences all other interest rates in the U.S., by 25 basis points to the 3.75% to 4.00% range. It marks the first time since November 2022 that the rate has […]
Is The AI Build-Out Causing An Energy Bubble?
A recent Wall Street Journal article, “The Frothiest AI Bubble Is in Energy Stocks,” highlighted the fact that investors are looking for any way to invest in the artificial intelligence boom. It is becoming increasingly apparent that AI will need massive data centers that require enormous amounts of electric power. The U.S. power grid is transitioning from […]
ETFs
An Incredibly Popular ETF With A 4.8% Dividend Yield Is Jumping!
I don’t usually talk about Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs). ETFs are very popular because they’re easy and provide a lot of diversification. However, there are two problems with ETFs. First, you’re paying fees to the managers of the ETF. I’d rather the fees get paid to me in dividends! Second, you’re trusting someone else with your […]
These Two Dividend ETFs Are The Ultimate Hack For Consistent Yield
Looking for consistent yield? These two ETFs are hard to beat. In volatile markets, investors often flock to the safety and security of dividend stocks. That’s because stocks that pay out dividends are typically those of established, well-capitalized companies that have proven track records of generating earnings, cash flows, and navigating volatile markets. The dividends […]
Earn 30% From The One Investment The Media Hates Talking About
The financial news media generally ignore gold and silver. You should not. While stocks now trade flat year-to-date, gold is up 29%, and the yellow metal has gained 45% over the past 12 months. It seems likely that the gold rally will continue. Foreign central banks are accumulating gold, while Chinese citizens are also increasing their holdings. […]
Dividend Stocks
Top Tech Stocks For Dividends
Technology companies are not known for paying dividends. Their decision not to pay dividends makes a lot of sense. Dividends are cash paid to investors from the company’s cash flow. And many people want their tech stocks to keep the cash to grow the business (and stock price). But dividends are becoming more and more […]
Company’s First Dividend Hike Is A 33% Increase
An up-and-coming company is very interesting for dividend investors. The stock just started paying dividends in January 2025. And it’s now making its first dividend increase. You’ve probably never heard of Garrett Motion (ticker: GTX). It’s flying under the radar for many investors. And its industry doesn’t get a lot of press. Garrett is a […]
A Delicious Special Dividend Doubles The Yield
Special dividends are a great tool for dividend investors. But they’re very different from regular dividends. First, special dividends are usually only paid once per year. Regular dividends, on the other hand, are generally paid 4 times per year. Second, regular dividends are much more stable. Regular dividend payments are the same amount each quarter, […]
Commodities
Up 60% In 2025, Will The Gold Rally Continue In 2026?
Many experts believe it will. It has been a banner year for gold investors, as the commodity has enjoyed its best run in 46 years. The price of gold shot up again on Wednesday, rising some 1.8% to around $4,190 an ounce as it remains a safe haven amid economic uncertainty and the ongoing Bitcoin and […]
Make Money When Oil Prices Climb And When They Fall
When I learned about the business operations of refining companies a decade ago, I became a fan of the sector and the long-term profit rewards that investors can earn from it. The energy sector is divided into three subsectors. Upstream energy companies drill for oil and gas. These companies receive a lot of attention because […]
Earn 30% From The One Investment The Media Hates Talking About
The financial news media generally ignore gold and silver. You should not. While stocks now trade flat year-to-date, gold is up 29%, and the yellow metal has gained 45% over the past 12 months. It seems likely that the gold rally will continue. Foreign central banks are accumulating gold, while Chinese citizens are also increasing their holdings. […]
Real Estate
REITs Are Underperforming By 60%… Is It Time To Buy?
I absolutely love Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs). REITs borrow money to buy properties and then collect rent, which they use to pay dividends. For tax purposes, REITs must pay 90% of their income as dividends each year, which means they have really high dividend yields. Unfortunately, REITs haven’t been showing us the love back. […]
Own Your Slice Of Cash Generating Passive Investments
Does generating passive income on some of the world’s greatest assets sound appealing? I’m excited to share a game-changing concept revolutionizing the investment world: fractional investing. Imagine owning a piece of a cash-flowing rental property in a hot in, demand city, a vacation home in the mountains generating rentals, or even a share of a private, cash-flowing […]
Navigating The Land Buying Process: Essential Steps For Prospective Buyers
It’s a dream come true for many people – owning a piece of land to call your own. Whether it’s for building a home, starting a farm, or using it as an investment, buying land can be a rewarding experience. Buying vacant land follows a similar process as buying a house. The finances, legalities, and […]
Personal Finance
What The New 2025 Tax Law Means For You
Key Takeaways from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) On July 4, President Trump signed the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA). It contains numerous provisions that could have a significant impact on investors and retirees planning under the new 2025 tax law. With the passage of the OBBBA, the federal government has provided […]
Uncover The Secrets Of Paying Lower Taxes In Retirement
If you want to pay the lowest taxes allowed by law in retirement, you will need to start planning before you retire. If you are a late starter to planning, all is not lost. There are several financial and tax stages to retirement. Understanding how each relates and interacts with the other stages is key […]
Work With A Fiduciary Adviser – It Matters
Do you work with a fiduciary financial adviser? Should you? Many people do not know what it means to work with a fiduciary financial adviser. If you have ever felt unsure whether your financial advisor truly has your best interests at heart, you are not alone. Many people assume all advisers act as fiduciaries when, […]
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Top Tech Stocks For Dividends
Technology companies are not known for paying dividends. Their decision not to pay dividends makes a lot of sense. Dividends are cash paid to investors from the company’s cash flow. And many people want their tech stocks to keep the cash to grow the business (and stock price). But dividends are becoming more and more […]
Company’s First Dividend Hike Is A 33% Increase
An up-and-coming company is very interesting for dividend investors. The stock just started paying dividends in January 2025. And it’s now making its first dividend increase. You’ve probably never heard of Garrett Motion (ticker: GTX). It’s flying under the radar for many investors. And its industry doesn’t get a lot of press. Garrett is a […]
A Delicious Special Dividend Doubles The Yield
Special dividends are a great tool for dividend investors. But they’re very different from regular dividends. First, special dividends are usually only paid once per year. Regular dividends, on the other hand, are generally paid 4 times per year. Second, regular dividends are much more stable. Regular dividend payments are the same amount each quarter, […]
