Is Apple Stock (AAPL) a Buy?
Apple’s (NASDAQ:AAPL) journey from niche personal computer player to technology powerhouse began with the iPod, and was fully realized with the iPhone. The company’s smartphone has changed more than the company. By more or less creating a template for modern smartphones, Apple has arguably changed the world. To fully understand how important the iPhone has […]
Better Buy: Shopify Inc. (SHOP) vs. eBay (EBAY)
Shopify (NYSE:SHOP) and eBay (NASDAQ:EBAY) are two of the many platforms positioned to succeed in a world increasingly trending toward e-commerce. While Amazon.com (NASDAQ: AMZN) may be the 800-pound gorilla in the room, there are still other ways to take advantage of the increasing growth of online sales, which has provided a fertile field for […]
The first thing you should know about saving money
A single unplanned expense could send millions of Americans into a financial tailspin. Across nearly all ages and generations, from millennials to baby boomers, one-quarter of Americans, or roughly 55 million people, said they had nothing saved in an emergency fund, according to a Bankrate.com survey of 1,000 adults conducted last month. (The Silent Generation […]
Want to Be Self-Employed? Here’s How to Get Started
Around 27 million people will begin making their living as full-time self-employed workers over the next two years, according to a study conducted by Freshbooks. Most are motivated by a desire to have more control over their professional destinies and to find new directions in their careers. If you’re considering becoming one of the millions […]
401(k) investing: 6 tips for managing your retirement savings
Is a 401(k) loan a good idea? Some 401(k)s let you borrow $50,000, or half your account value, whichever is smaller. The wisdom of this move depends on your circumstances and other options. Taking out a 401(k) loan is typically cheaper and easier than getting a consumer loan. And you pay interest to yourself instead […]
11 habits to start in your 20s if you want to be a millionaire
If you want to build wealth, a good place to start is with your habits. The sooner you establish smart ones, the better your chances of reaching seven figures. Here are 10 habits that have worked for ordinary people as they worked to achieve goals like financial freedom or early retirement. Automate Self-made millionaire Chris […]