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Beware of free financial advice
Beware of free financial advice
5:56am: Some planners may offer their services for no charge, but that doesn't necessarily mean you won't be paying something. (more)
Strategies for the shaky investor
Nov 12: Here's a plan that offers market returns with little risk. Hint: it doesn't involve high-cost insurance products. (more)
Day one with a financial planner
Nov 6: The first meeting with a new adviser should yield some useful advice. If it doesn't, you might want to walk away. (more)
Is now the time to bail out?
Oct 29: A volatile market isn't necessarily a bad market. But selling when stocks are down is usually a bad idea. (more)
Planner won't return calls?
Oct 22: There's no shortage of unethical financial advisers out there. Here's what to do if yours is one of them. (more)
Your portfolio: Poised for a comeback
Oct 15: This isn't the first time stocks have been declared dead, and it won't be the last. But a well-diversified portfolio always makes a comeback. (more)
Hop off the 'beat the market' bandwagon
Oct 8: The big time money managers will make some pretty lofty promises and charge some pretty high fees. But that doesn't mean they can always deliver. (more)
Taking financial advice from radio gurus
Oct 1: That financial radio show may very well be a paid infomercial to get your money. (more)
Worried about losing it all
Sep 24: With all the wild swings in the stock market, wouldn't it make more sense to just get out? (more)
Mutual funds vs. private money managers
Sep 17: Sure active mutual funds seem passé when compared to private wealth managers. But are separately-managed accounts the way to go? (more)
How pensions play into your portfolio
Sep 10: When deciding how to allocate your nest egg, don't discount those fixed payments - factor them into your portfolio. Here's how. (more)
What not to buy in a bear market
Sep 3: These days, advisers are eagerly hawking what worked the last time stocks tanked. Hold on to your wallet. (more)
Foreign ETFs to buy now
Aug 27: International stocks have outperformed U.S. markets recently, but owning a diversified portfolio that covers the world is still your best bet. (more)
Making money in a bearish decade
Aug 21: While the last 10 years haven't been a stellar decade for stocks, performance was better than most media reports claim. Markets still yielded decent returns. (more)
Trusting a pro with your nest egg
Aug 13: If your financial planner tells you something that doesn't check out, here's what you should do. (more)
Should I sue my adviser?
Aug 6: Probably not, even if you got bad advice. All the more reason to ask hard questions up front. (more)
How's your global portfolio?
Jul 30: Wall Street loves to benchmark against the S&P 500 index. Here's a better approach. (more)
How to deal with a bad 401(k) plan
Jul 23: In a 401(k) plan, you're limited to the investment choices that your company offers. So what if they're not so great? (more)
How to deal with a bad 401(k) plan
Jul 23: In a 401(k) plan, you're limited to the investment choices that your company offers. So what if they're not so great? (more)
Retired? Build your own portfolio
Jul 16: You might have financial planners banging down your door, but that doesn't mean you should open it. Building a diversified portfolio of low-cost investments is likely a better option. (more)
When a stranger calls... with a hot stock tip
Jul 9: When you start hearing these pitches, it's time to hang up the phone. (more)
Bear market freak out
Jul 1: Pulling out of the market during hard times creates a pattern of buying high and selling low. A savvy investor would do much better to stay the course. (more)
How much you really pay for advice
Jun 25: Hint: It's not just the fees your financial planner charges. (more)
Missing the boat on international funds
Jun 18: If your adviser is only now recommending you move some of your portfolio into global stocks, it might be time for a new adviser. Watch out for these red flags. (more)
Financial advisers preying on senior citizens
Jun 11: If you've attended a seminar with financial advisers pitching annuities, proceed with caution. (more)
Tune out the global hype
Jun 4: You should invest internationally, but not because your adviser just fell in love with overseas funds. (more)
Investing during a rough economy
May 28: It's easy to get spooked by recession talk, but trying to time the market is a losing game. (more)
The true tax advantage
May 21: Don't just lower your taxes, increase your after-tax earnings. (more)
Wanted: Free financial advice
May 14: Most planners will give you a free consultation, but good advice will probably require more than that. (more)
Do I really need a 'CFP'?
May 7: Certified Financial Planners are one of the better known designations in the world of financial expertise. But those letters aren't necessarily a guarantee you're getting sound advice. (more)
How financial planners earn their fees
May 1: There's nothing wrong with paying a financial adviser for her services. But make sure you're getting something for those fees. (more)
What a good financial adviser can do for you
Apr 23: There are plenty of good planners out there. You just have to know what to look for. (more)
What your planner should be saying now
Apr 16: Worried about the bear market? Your adviser shouldn't be. (more)
3 rules of investing: Location, location, location
Apr 9: Choosing an asset allocation is only the first step. Your asset location can be just as important to your investments. (more)
Are investment newsletters worth $300?
Mar 26: There are plenty of gurus out there claiming they can beat the market, and they're willing to show you how for a newsletter subscription fee of a few hundred bucks. Are they worth it? (more)
Are American Funds a good buy?
Mar 19: The fund family has a great performance record, but there are other factors that determine future returns. (more)
What your adviser doesn't know might hurt you
Mar 13: Some planners really don't know very much more than you do about finance. Here's how to make sure you find one that does. (more)
The myth of the market crystal ball
Feb 28: Trying to predict market swings usually results in buying and selling at all the wrong times. (more)
The right time for a conservative portfolio
Feb 20: Age isn't the only factor in deciding when to safeguard your retirement nest egg. You need to assess your willingness and need for risk before you can decide on when to change your investment mix. (more)
When it's time to dump your broker
Feb 13: Lousy short-term performance doesn't necessarily mean your financial adviser is a dud. But there are some red flags that may tell you it's time to pull the plug. (more)
Where to invest for the short term
Feb 7: If you need to tap the cash in five years, stay away from volatile investments like stocks. (more)
Truth or dare for your financial adviser
Jan 30: Put your prospective planner's frankness to the test with these four tough questions. (more)
Bear market: Don't get spooked
Jan 23: Human beings tend to get emotional in a down market. But those that can endure the pain, will reap the benefits. (more)
Investing $600K: Lump sum vs. little by little
Jan 16: Dollar cost averaging may not guarantee you better returns than lump-sum investing, but it has other advantages that might bring a better yield over the long run. (more)
Market upside without the risk
Jan 10: Beware of annuities promising high returns at low risk. Most clients would do better investing on their own. (more)
When to tell your planner you'll sleep on it
Jan 4: Why you shouldn't rush to act on advice, no matter how good it sounds. (more)
Putting your nest egg in one basket
Dec 26: A new home could make you happier, but mortgaging your net worth is a risk most retirees can't afford. (more)
Toughing out market ups and downs
Dec 18: It may be painful to watch your 401(k) value plummet when the market takes a hit, but don't press the panic button. (more)
The wrong place to find income for life
Dec 13: High fees and tying up your money. How to avoid bad advice from planners who warn you'll run out of money. (more)
Protect your family without breaking the bank
Dec 6: You may need a Ph.D. to understand the terms of life insurance, but the economics are simple. (more)
Planners preying on military personnel
Nov 29: The government offers a great retirement plan for the military. Don't let a bad advisor steer you into something worse. (more)
Kicking the fund-trading habit
Nov 15: If you're not getting good results, and you're not even having fun, active investing is not for you. (more)
The truth about 'can't-lose' funds
Nov 8: The promise of great returns with no risk. Sounds great until you read the fine print. (more)
Buh-bye to a fee-grubbing adviser
Nov 1: High-cost investments can undermine long-term retirement savings. If that's what a planner is selling, walk away. (more)
Ditching a dreadful money manager
Oct 25: How to find a financial planner who will actually make you money, and not fritter your wealth on poor investments and high costs. (more)
Extra boost for an extreme saver
Oct 18: If you've already got the will to be financially independent, these three steps will speed things along. (more)
Home buying: Lies planners will tell you
Oct 10: When deciding how much mortgage to take on, the math is pretty simple. (more)
Planner's promise too good to be true
Oct 2: Your financial planner may not be outright lying. But be skeptical of pledges to cut costs. (more)
Retirement savings doomed by high fees
Sep 25: A reader is paying too much for IRA management and is getting poor results. The Mole has a solution. (more)
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