The history of brokerages
Prior to 1601, fortunes were made and lost on the uncertainty of new business ventures. With very few individuals in a position to put their…
What to do if your brokerage account is acquired by another firm
Uh, oh… Your go-to investing platform was bought by another firm, and your brokerage account is being moved. It happens: just this year, E*Trade acquired 1…
Choosing when to save and when to invest
Should you invest in the stock market, or keep your money in a savings account? Here’s what you need to consider when choosing where to put your money.
Everything you need to know about automatic rebalancing
Choosing your investments is more than selecting stocks of companies with high growth potential, large dividend yields, or low price-to-earnings ratios. When you select your…
How to choose stocks in 3 simple steps
By now, you’re probably already familiar with M1’s pies, which make it easy to customize your portfolio to your unique investing needs. You can choose from…
Avoid these 5 common investing mistakes at all costs
Earlier this week, I shared 3 tips for how to choose stocks. Knowing what not to do, however, can be equally important. Steer clear of these five common…
Trading vs. investing: 6 things you need to know
Should you pursue short-term gains or buy and hold? Consider these 6 key differences between trading and investing to find out.
What you can learn from some of the biggest bubbles in history
What constitutes a speculative bubble? According to a top Wall Street strategist, there are five identifying traits, and Bitcoin fits them all[1]. Investing icons like…
Investing goals for every age
As your life changes, so should your financial objectives. That’s why we’ve outlined the best goals for investing in every stage of life — from early adulthood to approaching retirement.
