Personal Investor

Midday Market Roundup: Today's Financial Highlights: Market Turmoil, Corporate Decisions, and Housing Trends

February 3, 2025

The financial world saw significant developments today, with markets reacting sharply to government policy announcements and shifting corporate strategies

How Financial Literacy Changed My Life—And How It Can Change Yours in 2025

Personal Investor

February 4, 2025

I'll be honest—there was a time when money stressed me out. I wasn't sure if I was saving enough, investing correctly, or making the right spending choices

Financial Conversations Every Couple Should Have: Building Trust and Planning Together

Personal Investor

February 4, 2025

I used to think talking about money in a relationship was awkward. It felt like one of those topics—like politics or past relationships—that could cause unnecessary tension.

The Smart Investor’s Guide to Last-Minute Tax Prep

Personal Investor

February 4, 2025

My friend Mark is one of the sharpest investors I know. He’s the guy who always seems to be a step ahead—whether it’s spotting a market trend before everyone else or restructuring his portfolio just in time to avoid a tax hit.

Weekly Market Recap: Week Ended January 31, 2025

Personal Investor

February 2, 2025

Mixed results: The S&P 500 and the NASDAQ fell 1.0% to 1.6%, respectively, and the Dow recorded a fractional gain in a week that got off to a shaky start. On Monday, technology stocks pulled the broader market down amid news of a competitive threat that a Chinese startup company poses to U.S. tech companies’ AI initiatives.