Investing
2 Rental Stocks to Own Today
Homeownership rates have dropped to levels we haven’t seen since 1994, while rents are up and vacancy rates are down. Read more
Fund Managers of the Year: Are They Worth the Fees?
Morningstar recently announced its 2015 Fund Managers of the Year. Are they worth the added expense? Read more
Are Low-Volatility ETFs a Good Idea?
The recent market volatility and precipitous slide in stock prices shines new light on a relatively new investment vehicle: low-volatility ETFs. Read more
Active Funds vs. Passive Funds: What Fits Your Portfolio?
Keep these key considerations in mind when weighing active versus passive funds for your portfolio. Read more
Lessons Learned From Bowie Bonds
The death of innovative pop-rock legend David Bowie has shined new light on his financial savvy, specifically his “Bowie bonds.” Read more
What Stock Investors Can Learn From Real Estate Investors
Real estate has a significant advantage over stocks: It lacks liquidity and continual real-time pricing. Read more
Should You Buy Municipal Bond Funds Now?
While junk bond funds grabbed the headlines for 2015’s biggest fixed-income loser, municipal bond funds sneaked under the radar to take the crown as leader. Read more
Top 5 Consumer Discretionary Stocks for 2016
It’s shaping up to be a grim year for stocks, particularly among consumer discretionary stocks. But judicious stock picking should provide opportunities. Read more
US or European Equities: Which Wins in 2016?
The two largest central banks are diverging in policies, leaving investors with the decision of whether to focus on U.S. or European equities in 2016. Read more