NEWS AND BLOG
Understanding Interest Rates and Your Financial Situation
When discussing bank accounts, investments, loans, and mortgages, it is important to understand the concept of interest rates. Interest is the price you pay for the temporary use of someone else’s funds; an interest rate is the percentage of a borrowed amount that is...
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3 Financial Planning Steps
Organization, efficiency and discipline are the three primary steps of financial planning. Organization is knowing where your money comes and goes. An efficient portfolio means a better chance of profits, and discipline keeps you on the right track. Statistics tell us...
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Financial Glossary
Financial Glossary Terms and Definitions Terms and definitions of financially related items and topics. A Absorbed Cost: When the cost for products or materials exceeds the original estimate, a decision may be made to absorb the cost difference and charge the...
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Mutual Funds, Index Funds and ETFs: Investors Need to Know the Differences
There is a common misconception that mutual funds, index funds and ETFs are all the same type of investment vehicles. And while there are similarities, there are also some significant differences for investors to know about. Let’s explore.
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