There are a lot of introverts in the world, and they retire. I’m one of them, though I just figured out I am an introvert. There are a ton of implications if you are an introvert and retired. But it comes down to quality over quantity. Let’s explore.

We expect a lot out of Retirement. What if the key to a successful retirement is to lower our expectations? After all, we will spend a third or more of our life in Retirement. After all that hard work, should we not expect some happiness or at least fun? If you want happiness in Retirement, let me tell you why the key to retirement happiness is to lower your expectations.

When volatility grips the stock market, as it has this past year, income investors should focus on quality dividend growth stocks.

This is what dividend investing is all about! Investing in dividend stocks allows YOU to earn dividend income, the best passive income stream! Bias, you better believe it.

You can make all the right money moves to set your business up for success, but sometimes, it may seem hard to do that without the right team behind you. Whether you’re planning a major pivot or just looking to grow, hiring a financial planner or coach can be a great way to support your business on its journey.

After selling off amid speculation that China’s Covid policy was going to ease, we expected the greenback to recover and consolidate ahead of Thursday’s CPI.

Going from side-gig to full-time gig? Make sure you take care of some administration before you take the plunge.

In the world of investing, the goal is always to compound wealth as efficiently as possible. We think the best way to do that is to buy high-quality dividend stocks, reinvest the dividends, and stay the course over a number of years. However, investors can also infuse their own personal preferences or beliefs into their investing strategy, and still make great returns.

The US Markets are waiting on FOMC Rate Hike of 75 basis points on Wednesday. Will Chair Powell pivot on rate hikes before the end of year?

When an income investor researches utility stocks, the dividend policy is an important decision factor. Here are the dividend policies of the top utility stocks and what they say about the stock.

Based on the stock performance over the previous 8 years, AMC has traditionally increased by 80.5% during the following 52 weeks. Learn more!

Based in Hampton, New Hampshire, Planet Fitness (NYSE:PLNT) is an American fitness facility franchisor and operator. Let's explore it!

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When I went to med school, fight or flight were the two options for an acute stress response. Well, I guess humans have evolved since then (or at least our understanding of them has), and now there are four acute stress responses: fight, flight, freeze, or fawn. Let’s look at the acute stress responses and see what they mean for stock market investors.

It is no secret that gold has been historically valued from ancient times until today. Just by describing why people appreciate it, you will already see the pros of this precious metal. People used gold in trading for a long time, and today, people are storing metal as a valuable investment.

Are we in an index fund bubble? Should you stay the course and keep investing, or should you sell and look for better opportunities? As with most things there is no one size fits all answer. The markets are in a state of turmoil, so it is easy to see why one would think that avoiding certain asset classes might be a good idea. Let’s take a look at index fund investing so you can see if it is right for you.

Every American knows that healthcare costs are expensive. Even if you have health insurance or Medicare, it isn’t always easy to find affordable prescription medications. Once you reach your annual spending limit, there is a coverage gap. This leaves patients to pay out of pocket for the medicine they need.

The Leaning Tower of Pisa has a foundational problem. It’s 186 feet tall and weighs 14,500 tons. But its foundation is only 10 feet deep and built into silt and clay. Five years after construction (~1178 A.D.), the foundation shifted and the tower famously “leaned.” Oops.

After I had been in college for about a month I went on the Chase app and saw my checking account balance. To my surprise, I noticed that I only had 20 dollars left out of the initial amount that I was given for my first semester. In addition to only having 20 dollars left I had my credit card bill payment coming up soon so I was in a state of intense stress as not paying my bill on time would affect my credit score.

College ignites excitement and thrill. You are finally independent to explore new cities, follow your own schedule, and more! But with this new found freedom there is also anxiety and intimidation. College is a new environment that requires adjustment. A major change is controlling your personal finances.