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What Is Swing Trading and How Does It Work?

What Is Swing Trading and How Does It Work?

We define swing trading and discuss the differences between swing trading, day trading and investing — and whether swing trading is right for you.

May 2, 2026

9 Best Brokers for Mutual Funds of 2026

9 Best Brokers for Mutual Funds of 2026

Our investing experts rank the best brokers for mutual fund investing. Find the right broker based on mutual fund selection, costs, services and investment guidance.

Apr 4, 2026

The Ultimate Guide to Saving for College and Beyond With a 529 Plan

The Ultimate Guide to Saving for College and Beyond With a 529 Plan

If there’s a child in your life whose college education you have yet to fund, there’s a good chance you’ve had moments of panic and wondered, “Wait, what is a 529 plan?” Millions of Americans are carrying a combined $1.7 trillion in student loan debt, and tuition costs are still on the rise. And no...

Apr 18, 2026

Want an Even Bigger Refund? Go for Tax Credits over Deductions

Want an Even Bigger Refund? Go for Tax Credits over Deductions

While using tax preparation software or even better, a professional tax preparer can ease the burden of preparing your annual taxes, there’s still some work you’ll have to do on your end. The silver lining of filing a tax return is the potential promise of a refund. And one of the best ways to land...

Apr 4, 2026

How to Invest in Oil: A Beginner’s Guide

How to Invest in Oil: A Beginner’s Guide

Investing in oil doesn't mean you have to own the oil yourself. Oil mutual funds and oil stocks make it easy to invest in energy.

May 2, 2026

Why a Money Talk is the Most Romantic Thing You Can Do This Valentine’s Day

Why a Money Talk is the Most Romantic Thing You Can Do This Valentine’s Day

February brings visions of pink hearts, candies and candle-lit dinners. However, we think this Valentine’s Day you should add something new to your plans — a money talk. We know it’s not as glamorous, but if done right, a financial conversation might be the most important thing you do for your relationship.  How a Money...

Apr 18, 2026

Meme Stocks: Up to 332% Annual Performance

Meme Stocks: Up to 332% Annual Performance

Meme stocks have made a splash in the past few years. These are the best meme stocks this month, at least according to their market performance.

May 2, 2026

Is Now a Good Time to Buy a Home? Maybe, if You Check These Boxes

Is Now a Good Time to Buy a Home? Maybe, if You Check These Boxes

You’ve probably heard that mortgage rates are at record lows these days and that makes this a great time to buy a home. But is that actually true in your case? Is this really the right time for you, personally, to take that big step? Before you start house hunting, use this list of considerations...

Apr 4, 2026

Cheap Stocks: How to Find Them — and How to Decide If They’re Worth It

Cheap Stocks: How to Find Them — and How to Decide If They’re Worth It

Cheap stocks could mean low-priced stocks, value stocks or penny stocks. Here are lists of all three, and how to find them yourself.

May 2, 2026

New to Investing? Let This App Do The Work (And Help You Earn Like a Seasoned Investor)

New to Investing? Let This App Do The Work (And Help You Earn Like a Seasoned Investor)

Are you new to investing? Don’t worry, this app will do all the work for you — and it could help you earn like a seasoned investor.

Apr 4, 2026

A Guide to Mutual Funds for People Who Don’t Speak Wall Street

A Guide to Mutual Funds for People Who Don’t Speak Wall Street

You’ve probably heard Wall Street people talk about them on TV, but you might still be wondering: What is a mutual fund? We break it down.

Apr 4, 2026

Albert Review: An All-in-One Account with Real Financial Experts You Can Talk to

Albert Review: An All-in-One Account with Real Financial Experts You Can Talk to

Here’s our Albert review: An all-in-one financial app for banking, savings, investing and budgeting, with real financial experts you can talk to.

Apr 4, 2026