Mortgage Myths You Must Avoid

Homeownership can easily become a nightmare if you happen to fall victim to one of the numerous pervasive mortgage myths. Not understanding the various facets of your mortgage options or the buying process could wind up costing you dearly.

$490 Billion Opec Decision

After two tough years of falling oil prices and company valuations, investors in the world’s biggest energy producers have some cause for hope as crude prices continue their recovery from a 12-year low. They will be looking to OPEC not to dash it.

Why The Market’s Love Trump

All major indices have risen to record levels for the first time in nearly 20 years, and the Dow Jones industrial average is up more than 800 points since Trump’s victory. And what’s not to like?

The 6 Best Stock Funds for Retirees in 2017

If you’re nearing retirement or have already retired, you should put a healthy slug of your investments in bond funds—typically about 40% of your assets.

Why The Clinton Vote Recount Won't Matter

Clinton supporters must abandon recount hopes, says Joshua A. Douglas. The most they can hope for is that 2016 spotlights a need for better election technology.

What Investors Can Expect This Week

It is a very big week for new data. If recent trends continue, we can expect some stronger reports. The key question is how the market will react to stronger data. Will sector rotation will continue?

10 Facts About Castro That Will Shock You

Castro survived 10 U.S. presidents and lived more extravagantly and hypocritically than he wanted the world to know. Cuba’s revolution leader wasn’t as modest as he led on.

How To Play The Post Election Rally

Trump plans to shake things up by cutting corporate and individual tax rates, reducing heavy-handed government regulation and spending $1 trillion to upgrade and rebuild the nation's roads and bridges.

5 Surprising Tax Tips For Buying a Second Home

A vacation home has been a lifelong goal of yours, but before you jump into a second home purchase, be sure to factor in ongoing expenses such as maintenance, travel to and from the destination and property taxes.

5 ways To Transition Your Portfolio Into Retirement

As you move closer to retirement, it's a good time to review your portfolio to ensure that your assets will be enough to maintain your lifestyle. Focusing on these key areas can help make the shift from saving to spending a smooth one.