What is a bear market?
A bear market occurs when the stock market indices drop by more than 20% from their most previous highs.
Employee stock options explained
Employee stock options are a form of compensation that some companies offer to their employees. They give employees the right to purchase company shares at a predetermined price, known as the strike price.
Lump-sum investing vs. Dollar-cost averagingÂ
Learn the differences between lump-sum investing and dollar-cost averaging through examples, advantages and disadvantages, choosing a strategy, and using it on M1.
What are dividends?
Learn how dividends work, the types of dividends, the tax implications of dividends, and dividend investing on M1.
How a financial plan can provide a roadmap to your future success
FInancial planning is an integral part of beginning your journey of accomplishing your financial goals.
What is a line of credit and how does it work?
A line of credit is a borrowing arrangement between you and a financial institution, such as a bank or credit union. To get a line…
What is a trust fund? How does a trust fund work?
A trust fund is a entity that is used to hold and manage assets such as real estate, securities and more.
What is a SIMPLE IRA?
Learn about SIMPLE IRAs and the contributions, distributions, and taxes associated with them. Compare other retirement accounts too.
What are ETFs?
ETFs are a security that investors can select to invest in. Many ETFs can have a large pool of individual stocks, giving investors broad exposure. Here’s what you need to know.
What are capital gains?
Capital gains are the profits made from selling an asset. However, there may be associated taxes with that event to be aware of.
How much can I contribute to my IRAs?Â
IRA contributions limits increased in 2023. Here’s how much you can put away, and what you need to know.
What is a bull market?
Bull markets can be an exciting time for investors. Here’s what you need to know.