Lending Club now has over 50,000 investors, and over 325 million in issued loans. Should they be considered a mainstream investing option?
Retirement RMD Basics
RMD is an acronym for “required minimum distribution” a required withdrawal from retirement accounts that millions have to take every year.
The Best Retirement Plan Is The One You Start And Actually Contribute To
With skyrocketing health care and other costs, the best retirement plan is one you actually begin and start contributing to today.
Roth IRA Vs. Roth 401(k): What Are The Differences?
How are pretax retirement accounts, the Roth IRA and the Roth 401(k), different? Does either of them have benefits over the other?
Lending Club Returns Still Improving: No Defaults And 10.76% Returns
My Lending Club returns are now over 10.7% with no defaults. Here’s the strategy that I’ve used successfully so far.
What Is A Roth 401(k) And What Are Some Of The Benefits?
For a while now on this site you’ve heard me extolling the virtues of the Roth IRA, talking about how I think it should be a part of any person’s investment plan, and how it’s a great tool to help diversify your retirement savings. When I have written the posts I’ve mostly focused on the […]
What Is An Exchange Traded Fund (ETF)? What Are The Benefits? Should I Consider Using One?
What exactly is an ETF, and why would I want it to be a part of my investing portfolio?
401k Contributions Are Growing, But Will It Be Enough?
During the recent recession many people saw their retirement accounts drop by a significant amount. That is reversing, but will it be enough?
Lending Club Investing Returns Above 10.5% As High Risk Loans Stay Current
I’m currently making over 10.5% on the money I’ve invested with Lending Club. Here’s my investing strategy, and why it may work for you as well.
401k Contribution Limits And Rules For 2011
We are contributing to a 401k in addition to our Roth IRA. Here are the contribution limits for 2011 for others who will also use a 401k
Why Is A Roth IRA A Good Choice When Investing?
When investing one of the first things that you’ll have to decide is what type of account to use. We’re choosing a Roth IRA, and here’s why.
The Top 3 Reasons I Like To Own A Little Gold
Gold is probably one of the most misunderstood areas of investing and economics. Investors typically are split down into one of two irrational groups — those who always think gold is worthless and in a bubble, and those who always think gold is on a permanent one-way trip to the moon. The truth lies somewhere […]
Opening A Roth IRA With Vanguard Just Got Easier As More Funds Now Have A $1000 Minimum
This past week Vanguard announced that they were lowering the initial investments for a wider range of funds to $1000. Investing just got more affordable.
Betterment.com Now Offers Mint.com Integration
Betterment offers a simple way for regular folks to invest, and they’re now offering a $25 account bonus when you sign up!
