Gold is not a good investment because it fails to meet two of the three criteria for good investments. Gold doesn't pay you for owning it and it doesn't create value.
Why Gold and Other Precious Metals are Not Investments
Beware of Gimmick Investments
Micro-Investments lead to Micro-Wealth. But with time and compounding you can build real wealth with just a bit more effort and investment.
Updated Review – How Fidelity Go is Weathering the Virus-Related Global Sell-Off
Global recession concerns tanked stock markets in March 2020. The good news is that Fidelity Go performed exactly as it should in these market conditions.
Why Paying Attention to Dividends will Make You a Better Investor
Tracking investment dividends has three main benefits: easier retirement planning, less volatility stress, and adding to your investment is more motivating.
How to Get Tax-Free Capital Gains without an IRA
Learn how the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 allows tax-free capital gains in Non-Retirement accounts for some taxpayers, and determine if you qualify.
A Review of Fidelity Go – Is Fidelity’s Robo-Advisor Ready for Prime Time?
Fidelity's Robo-Advisor product has good investments, investor control, and low expenses. Find out if it is a viable alternative to self-directed investing.
How to Use Diversification to Profit from All Market Conditions… Even a Recession
Properly diversified portfolios behave predictably and allow investors to profit from all market environments... Even recessions.
How Much Would You Have to Save to Double Your Social Security
Find out how much your retirement accounts would have to be worth to double your social security. It's less than you think.
Take a Lesson from Real Estate: Never Sell Your Investments
Find out why the 4% withdrawal rule does not mean selling investments during retirement. Selling shares reduces your retirement income. Forever.
Cryptocurrency Is Not An Investment. Here’s Why.
Cryptocurrency does not currently meet my criteria of an investment. It is a speculative gamble and has no place in my portfolio.