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Three tips for preparing your finances for market volatility
Even when there is not a pandemic affecting the entire globe, the market is vulnerable to periods of volatility. This can happen because of housing market bubbles bursting, elections, wars and other major shifts that impact the economy. Periods of market volatility are usually short lived, but many people panic during these times and sabotage […]
What investors need to understand about the Federal Reserve monetary policy
Every developed nation has a monetary policy. It is its strategy for how its central banks circulate money in the economy, and what that money is worth. This looks different for many countries. For example, the monetary policy of the Bank of Canada is to keep inflation at nearly 2% to promote a productive and […]
What is the Cboe Volatility Index and how does it affect investors?
Are you a new investor who is excited about making short-term and long-term investments to grow your wealth? There are many opportunities for success in the market, but you have to be focused and smart with your investment decisions. Poor investments can lead to the loss of wealth. Smart investments can lead to a large […]
How does the presidential election affect our economy?
Up until the presidential election results of 2020 finally revealed Joe Biden as the president-elect, it was as if the entire nation had been holding its breath. The markets appeared to freeze in place, only geared to move once the nation clearly knew who had won. As the counts started revealing Biden as the winner, […]
How do ETF taxes work?
Ever since their arrival in 1993, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have been growing in popularity. They exploded in popularity after the recession in 2008. This is because ETFs are an excellent means for enhancing portfolios and generating wealth. However, taxes on ETFs can be a little confusing. It is important to spend some time learning how […]
Preparing for a financial emergency with an emergency savings fund
Picture this: You feel like everything in your life is in order. You and your family have a good home, good health, dependable transportation, and a decent paycheck to cover your living expenses and savings. Then disaster strikes. The car breaks down. The basement floods. Someone gets sick. Someone loses a job. We do not […]