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The Flip Side to High Rates
Plus the Grifter-in-Chief’s Newest Side Hustle TL;DR A higher-for-longer rate environment sucks if you’re buying a house or shopping for a new car. But it’s
This Private Prison Stock Is Primed
Opportunity Awaits in a Seedy Industry TL;DR In a country as divided as the U.S., there’s not much we all agree on. But admitting that
Rx Costs Are Going Up
For Retired, Disabled or Low-Income Individuals, Prescription Drugs Just Got More Costly TL;DR Rise & Hedge isn’t only dedicated to helping you improve your investments.
What NOT To Invest in This Year
Avoiding Bad Investments Is as Important as Finding Good Ones TL;DR With the bull market likely to pump the brakes this year, it’s increasingly important
You Can Bet on This Stock
Sportsbook Apps Are Taking Over TL;DR Legalized sports betting is now worth more than some countries’ economies. The explosive growth it’s experiencing presents a buy-low
The Year in Review
2024 Was a Bull Market … Let’s See How We Did TL;DR It’s been a strong year for the market, but some pockets have outperformed.
Drill, Baby, Drill?
Despite Trump’s Rhetoric, Energy Stocks Could Struggle TL;DR Campaign promises have been broken for as long as politicians have been making them in stump speeches.
Food Costs Hurt. This App Helps.
Affordable Fare That Helps the Planet TL;DR While the rate of inflation has slowed, food costs have risen 2.1% year-over-year. Meanwhile, food waste remains a
This Stock Market Sector Is Poised to Profit
Energy & AI Get a Lot of Attention. Don’t Overlook Financials. TL;DR Republicans will control all three branches of government in 2025. Investors should expect
On Tariffs, AI & Bitcoin
The Election Is Over… Plan Accordingly TL;DR After a lengthy and contentious election cycle, Americans have chosen a new president. The implications will be significant,
Want Real Estate Wealth?
Pay off Your Mortgage TL;DR Generating rental income is a goal for many. But realistically, most people are better off paying down their mortgages rather
This Stock Marries Tech & Dividends
A Rare Combination for Your Portfolio TL;DR Many tech companies don’t pay dividends, often leaving investors to decide between stocks that offer yield or stocks
Columbus Was a Trash Human
But You Can Invest in the Commodity He Coveted TL;DR We’re revisiting history to provide you with some context about the whitewashed accounts of Christopher
It’s National Pizza Month
And of Course There’s a Way to Invest TL;DR Americans eat a lot of pizza, much of which comes from publicly traded corporate entities. In
High-Cost Housing Markets Are Still Popular
And It’s an Investment Opportunity TL;DR Some of the costliest housing markets in the U.S. remain the most desirable. It seems counterintuitive, but there’s data
Here’s How Much Trump’s Inheritance Could’ve Been Worth
And Why ‘Boring’ Investments Work Best TL;DR Former President Trump inherited $413 million from his father. But his history of bankruptcies and business failures begs
Here’s Why Nobody Is Hiring You
The Job Market Is Increasingly Convoluted TL;DR Job hunting sucks and it’s only getting more difficult, with 32.60% fewer available openings than two years ago.
How to Prepare for the Stock Market’s Watershed Moment
Here’s What Next Week’s Rate Cuts TL;DR The first of a potential series of long-awaited interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve is just around
This Stock Marries AI & Military Spending
Big Data Is Big Business TL;DR This company is a major government contractor that’s poised to continue breaking out as it dominates an AI niche
How to Invest in America’s Pastime
You Can Now Purchase Shares of Athletes’ Future Earnings TL;DR Alternative investments as an asset class are on the rise. This platform allows you to
How to Build Your Child’s Net Worth to $250k
$100 a Month Can Go a LONG Way TL;DR America is in the midst of an affordability crisis with no solution in sight. As parents,
In Defense of Index Funds
This 1 Chart Says a LOT TL;DR The major stock market indices continue to hit all-time highs in 2024. But most of that growth has
This Is the Ultimate Patriotic Investment
With a Massive Dividend to Boot TL;DR Buying shares of this week’s recommended fund will give you exposure to some of the most desirable stocks
Is a Money Market the Best Option?
More Flexibility, Same Solid Rates TL;DR Money market accounts offer high yields, FDIC insurance and better access to your funds. Here’s why you should have
It’s Time to Deploy Your Cash Position
Cash ISN’T King TL;DR The Fed is expected to make its first rate cut at the end of summer. Meanwhile, as the markets surge, investors’
Your Bank Sucks
If You’re Still Banking In-Person, It’s Time for a Change TL;DR If your money’s sitting in a brick-and-mortar bank account, it’s being eroded by inflation.
Don’t Eat the Rich
But Understand Why Some Want To. TL;DR Misplaced anger is increasingly common in our divided country, especially during election years. But understanding who’s really to
Over-the-Counter Stocks 101
OTC Stocks Can Be Bargain Buys TL;DR Over-the-counter stocks are securities that aren’t listed on major exchanges in the U.S. — like the NYSE or
This Is 2024’s Most Popular Investment
Financial Planners’ #1 Choice TL;DR If you’ve hesitated to invest in Bitcoin because of its overtly technical nature, financial planners’ most popular investment vehicle —
The Best Bank Stock You’ve Never Heard Of
This Argentine Bank Is a Cash Cow TL;DR Inflation is bad for people, but it’s good for interest rates, which are good for banks. In