Hedge Funds & A Better Alternative
Hedge Funds are sexy! Why? Because that’s how rich people invest! Well, Ok, but that might not be such a good thing. Let’s break down what a hedge fund is and we’ll see that there are some advantages and disadvantages to them. We’re continuing the series on money management and funds.
Closed End Mutual Funds
Closed End Mutual Funds are the original type of mutual fund, although today they’re not nearly as popular as their cousin. A closed end fund has a very different structure in that its shares are issued only at the inception of the fund and the amount does not change unless management goes back to the […]
Economic Outlook Stock Market Bubble Burst?
We’re continuing a series of economic updates which we started yesterday, today’s will focus on the possibility of an imminent stock market crash. Several economic indicators point towards a stock market crash. Things like extremely low volatility and a very high percentage of financial newsletter writer and mutual fund managers being bullish. Signs like these are usually […]
When Analyzing an Investment, What are the Underlying Economic Principles that Make it Work?
Every investment opportunity, financial product, or business opportunity must take advantage of economic principles to be successful. It’s important for you to understand what these are so you have a basis for knowing the dynamics involved in bringing success to your overall financial planning. Whether you’re looking at a real estate, stock, bond, gold, silver, […]