by Kristine McKinley | Jul 22, 2007 | Investing
With the stock market doing so well, you might be wondering… 1. Why aren’t my bond funds performing well? or2. Why do I need bond funds in my portfolio? The main purpose of bond funds (or bonds) is to provide diversification for your...
by Kristine McKinley | Apr 27, 2007 | Investing, Personal Finance
Vanguard has eliminated several account related fees and replaced them with a single account service fee, effective April 26, 2007. Here’s a summary of the changes: The following annual $10 account-related fees have been eliminated: The custodial fee on...
by Kristine McKinley | Mar 6, 2007 | Investing, Personal Finance
You’re probably aware that the stock market fell 400 points last week. How did you handle the drop? Did you panic and sell, or did you hold tight? Market cycles are normal and should be expected. You shouldn’t allow your emotions to influence your...
by Kristine McKinley | Nov 28, 2006 | Investing
I frequently see ads for CDs in the local newspaper with higher than normal interest rates. Many of my clients ask me if these CDs are safe. You only want to invest in CDs, savings, or money market deposit accounts if they are insured by the FDIC. The FDIC –...
by Kristine McKinley | Sep 17, 2006 | Investing, Personal Finance
Exchange traded funds (ETFs) are gaining in popularity, but are they right for you? ETFs are similar to index funds, but they trade like a stock, meaning they can be bought and sold throughout the day instead of just once a day. Advantages: Low cost – ETFs have...
by Kristine McKinley | Aug 24, 2006 | Investing, Personal Finance
In SmartMoney’s Save 50% on Everything article, Anne Kadet says "Fussing over investment fees is a bore, but if you want to get rich, it’s a must." I agree. Keeping investment costs at a minimum is one of the most important things you can...
