The world has to stop and take notice when Warren Buffett speaks about investing or really anything at all. This is because he is the second wealthiest person on the planet (trailing behind only his good friend Bill Gates). Buffett made his fortune through careful and intentional stock picking that no one has been able […]
The stock market is a complex place in which many people try many different strategies in an attempt to make money for themselves. Virtually everyone who has ever bothered to invest in the market in the first place has had a desire to beat the market averages and make more money than they ever dreamed […]
With pensions a long-forgotten relic of the past, most Americans are looking at ways to save for their retirement years on their own. While many companies offer these plans, though, many employees have very little guidance when it comes to investing in their 401(k). There can be thousands of options to choose from under some […]
Scottrade Inc. is a discount broker that offers both online services and brick-and-mortar offices with hundreds of locations all over the nation where you can get professional in-person service for a very competitive commission rate. They were founded by CEO Rodger Riney in Scottsdale, Arizona and ever since it’s opened its doors back in 1980 they […]
TD Ameritrade’s Thinkorswim trading platform is widely considered one of the best trading platforms available. It is a desktop application that offers access to real-time data streaming, charting, technical studies, stock scanners, research reports, and more. It has solid educational resources, including a learning center with instructional videos, online courses and trading demonstrations. One of […]
E*Trade is best known for its funny commercials. But the broker has some serious trading tools that day and swing traders should be aware of. Moreover, E*Trade is a financial conglomerate, so there are many more resources available. Brief Overview E*Trade got its start in 1982 in Silicon Valley as a brokerage startup. Since then, […]
