When it comes to investing, many first-time investors want to jump right in. Too often, we see these same people start investing with the dream of getting rich overnight. Sure this is possible, but it is also rare, as very few of these investors are successful. So, as you can see, this mentality is usually …
“Why should you buy and keep? Because you are a long-term investor. All you really have to do is buy high-quality companies and sit on them. Once you’ve done that, you can lie back in your hammock and sip mint juleps. Life will be beautiful. “ I’m sure you’ve heard this advice. It sounds good, …
Everyone wants to own a home, but most of us will need a mortgage to make homeownership a reality. Prior to 2008, just about anyone could get a mortgage even if they had horrible credit, this irresponsible lending created the financial meltdown we are still trying to recover from. There are mortgages out there, but …
Investments that are prohibited with the self-directed IRA have been enlisted. Section 408 clearly delineates the list of investments that are prohibited with your Self-Directed IRA and the exceptions that are allowed. A brief overview of the same is provided here to guide your investment path to optimal benefits. Life Insurance Contracts Life insurance policies …
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In my “Spring Thoughts”, I explain why 2013 will also be a year in which not to sell in May, not to leave and stay selectively invested. And why, more than ever, today’s high-flying markets are perfectly suited to the disciplined, diversified and dividend-backed approach illustrated in my 6-Paks of Canadian Equities and Dividends. Why …