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Social Security could end up being an important source of income you rely on during retirement. So the last thing you want to do is botch your filing decision.

Now a good way to make the most of

The cryptocurrency industry has spawned more than 20,000 different tokens. The vast majority of them have failed to offer any utility in the real world, which makes it difficult for them to sustain

Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) stock had a challenging year in 2022, but what does 2023 hold for the leading e-commerce giant? In this episode, Jamie breaks down whether Amazon stock could bounce back in

There is no need to be a multimillionaire to invest in stocks, especially after the beat down equity markets took over the past year. Even a relatively modest sum such as $1,000 can go a long way

The market has plenty of sexy stocks that are blazing new paths in exciting, experimental industries. And UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) is not one of them. 

Let's be clear: Not every stock can be

As the economy tightens up, management everywhere will be challenged to cut costs wherever possible to minimize any effects of a slowdown. However, there are a few areas where cutting expenses

Home values in the U.S. are up tremendously since before the COVID-19 pandemic. In this video, Certified Financial Planner® Matt Frankel and Fool.com contributor Tyler Crowe discuss where they see

With cruising making a comeback thanks to revenge travelers (those making up for lost travel time during the pandemic), and worldwide cruise revenue expected to grow at an annual rate of 9.29%

Since the verification of its first transaction 14 years ago, Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) has remained the undisputed leader of the cryptocurrency industry, a market now crowded with more than 20,000

Roku (NASDAQ: ROKU) is gaining millions of new customers, but losses on the bottom line are mounting. Amid this backdrop, I will determine if Roku stock is a buy.

*Stock prices used were the

Like many other stocks in 2022, Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) was ravaged by the bear market. Unlike many of these same stocks, the sell-off has accelerated in recent months. While the stock has rebounded

The S&P 500 had its worst year since the financial crisis in 2022. Even including dividends, the benchmark index produced a negative-18% return for the year. But what is the stock market going to do

Past history has shown us that a bull market will come as there's always a recovery from every prior downturn. It's not a matter of if, but rather when it will happen. And if you wait for the stock

Etsy (NASDAQ: ETSY) runs an asset-light business model that could continue expanding profitability as revenue grows. In this video, I will determine if it's an excellent time to buy Etsy stock.

The maximum Social Security benefit for retired workers increases each year to keep pace with rising wage levels. In 2023, the maximum benefit is $4,555 per month, up from $4,194 per month in 2022

After the stock market's declines over the past year or so, there is no shortage of high-yielding stocks. While the market was peaking in late 2021, it was difficult to find reliable dividends over

There are more than a few electric vehicle companies that burst onto the scene over the past few years vying for a top spot in what will no doubt be a massive and years-long transition from

As has been the case for many months now, the market will be paying close attention to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) when the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) releases December data Thursday

The past year has been rocky enough to cause even the most levelheaded, seasoned investors to start getting nervous. They have been trapped in a down market for months on end, and it's hard to know

A common expression in the personal finance community is that money is freedom. While everybody will require different investment balances to achieve financial independence, a good place to start is

In this video, I will evaluate Fastly (NYSE: FSLY) stock across several critical metrics to determine if the stock is a buy for long-term investors.

*Stock prices used were the afternoon prices of

For months now, many experts have been warning that a recession will be coming in 2023. While it's impossible to know for certain when or if a recession will happen, it's a daunting time for retired

Investing in the stock market isn't easy, especially during periods of volatility. The last year has been rough for many investors, and right now can be a daunting time to buy.

However, now could

The Nasdaq-100 index is home to 100 of the largest technology companies listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange. It had a miserable year in 2022, declining by 33% as investors trimmed their bets on the

Warren Buffett bought seven new stocks in the first nine months of 2022. Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) wasn't one of them. 

That doesn't mean that Buffett doesn't like electric vehicle (EV) stocks. Actually