Recession 2007 - Wait to Invest until Early 2008 or Later

Posted on November 9, 2007 10:55 AM

For the end of 2007 we believe that we are on the verge of a small stock market recession. Corporate earnings have been slowing and the support we have been receiving from the global economy is also slowing. Originally we...

Stock Market Investing Tips

Posted on October 18, 2007 4:53 PM

Investing in stocks can be a simple process if your know what to look for. First know where we are in the economic cycle.This can determine how much of your portfolio you should have invested in stocks and also if...

Learning How to Invest in the Stock Market

Posted on October 4, 2007 1:30 PM

Step 1 - Sign up with a Stock BrokerWe recommend using a reputable online broker. They are easy to use and available anywhere you have an Internet connection. When choosing an online broker you'll want to consider the trading fees,...

Using a Stock Simulation Game or Online Paper Trading to learn how to buy and sell stocks

Posted on October 2, 2007 7:24 AM

A fun and educational way to learn how to buy and sell stocks is to simulate stock trading. Learning to invest through trading simulations is also known as paper trading, virtual trading, fantasy investing, or stock simulation. This technique allows...

The Brokerage Minimum Myth

Posted on July 19, 2007 9:09 PM

Something that seems to hinder new investors is the myth of how much money it takes to start investing. Beginner investors have this idea that the money they have saved isn’t enough to start buying stocks. With the birth of...

Is China a good place to invest right now?

Posted on May 7, 2007 1:01 PM

Yes, if you ask the Chinese who are putting their homes up as collateral to buy stocks. But what goes up does not always continue to go up. Growth in China has been phenomenal and stocks could continue up for...

Using ETF's for Portfolio Diversification

Posted on April 30, 2007 9:27 AM

Using ETF’s (Exchange Traded Fund’s) can be a profitable tool for investors. An ETF is a basket of stocks or commodities that trades like a stock. They are very similar to a mutual fund but can be traded throughout the...

The Economic Cycle, When to Buy Stocks - Part 2

Posted on April 26, 2007 11:05 AM

The economy and stock market go through cycles of booms and busts as the economy grows over time. For part two of the "When to Buy Stocks," we are going to talk about the long term stock market cycle and...

Stock Market Timing, When to Buy Stocks - Part 1

Posted on April 16, 2007 9:03 AM

Market timing is very difficult task and often relies more on luck than skill. However, looking at stock market trends can often yield better returns as trends can guide buying opportunities and portfolio allocation. In this post we are going...

Market Order vs Limit Order - Learning to Invest part 3

Posted on April 1, 2007 3:38 PM

When buying or selling stock you have the choice between using a market order or a limit order. Market orders are often easier to use and execute quicker than a limit order. Once you have been investing for a while...

How to buy and sell stocks - Learning to Invest Part 2

Posted on March 22, 2007 12:25 PM

Here are some things to consider when making your first buy or sell with an online broker. Most online brokers have a specific page or pop up window for orders. Often it’s the same form for buying and selling. To...