How-To Series
The Essentials of Commodities Trading
If you want to invest in commodities, you should be aware of the range of different commodities that are available for trading, as well as the risks associated with each investment option. You also need to find a good brokerage firm to trade through.
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Buying Stock on Margin
Margin means buying securities, such as stocks, by using funds you borrow from your broker. Buying stock on margin is similar to buying a house with a mortgage. If you buy a house at a purchase price of [more…]
Understanding Investing
How to Calculate Return on Your Investments
When you make investments, you have the potential to make money (called a return). Money in a bank account pays interest, which is your return. You earn that small amount of interest for allowing the bank [more…]
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Financial Strength Ratios for Investment Analysis
Financial strength ratios go by many names (liquidity, solvency, financial leverage), but they all point to the same thing: What is a business's financial strength and position? A balance sheet–oriented [more…]
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Start Currency Trading with a Practice Account
For currency trading newbies, the best way to get a handle on currency trading is to open a practice account at any of the online foreign exchange (forex) brokers. Most online forex brokers offer practice [more…]
Retirement Accounts
How to Roll Over Your 401(k)
If you leave your job, the most sensible thing to do with your 401(k) from a tax-management point of view is a 401(k) direct rollover (also known as a trustee-to-trustee transfer) of the money. With this [more…]
