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A debt instrument issued for a period of more than one year with the purpose of raising capital by borrowing. The Federal government, states, cities, corporations, and many other t ... Read more

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Profiting off the Immediate Dip in Stock Prices Following a Spinoff

by Tom Murcko

Although spinoffs on average outperform the broad market for the first three years after the spinoff occurs, there is often an initial dip right after the spinoff. This is due to d ...

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A Certificate of Deposit is a low-risk alternative for investors seeking a higher rate of return as opposed to a standard checking or savings account. Certifica...

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Many of my friends have invested in the stock market over the years, some have done well while others have been less fortunate, is it a good idea to put my extr...

How to Rollover Your 401(k) to an IRA

Once you are retired, rolling over your 401k or other employer-sponsored plan to an IRA can be one of the best decisions you ever make for your retirement. 401...

How to Use IRA for Real Estate Investing

You can truly diversify your IRA by using it to invest in real estate; here is what you need to know to get started. Read the rest of How to Use IRA for Real Es...

An Introduction to Bonds and Their Role in the Stock Market

Learn the basics behind bonds, and how the important role that they end up playing in portfolios. Also find out about the markets for bonds. Read the rest of A...

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