Archive for April, 2008
Determine Your Risk Tolerance
by Kim and Charles Petty
Each individual has a risk tolerance that should not be ignored. Any good stock broker or financial planner knows this, and they should make the effort to help you determine what your risk tolerance is. Then, they should work with you …
Different Types of Bonds
by Kim and Charles Petty
Investing in bonds is very safe, and the returns are usually very good. There are four basic types of bonds available and they are sold through the Government, through corporations, state and local governments, and foreign governments.
The greatest thing about bonds is …
The Importance of Diversification
by Kim and Charles Petty
“Don’t put all of your eggs in one basket!” You’ve probably heard that over and over again throughout your lifeand when it comes to investing, it is very true. Diversification is the key to successful investing. All successful investors build portfolios that are widely diversified, and you should too!
Diversifying your investments might …
Different Types of Stock
by Kim and Charles Petty
The different types of stock are what confuse most first time investors. That confusion causes people to turn away from the stock market altogether, or to make unwise investments. If you are going to play the stock market, you must know what types of stock are available and what it all means!
Common Stock is a term that you will hear quite often. Anyone can purchase common stock, regardless of age, …
Understanding Bonds
by Kim and Charles Petty
There are certain things you must understand about bonds before you start investing in them. Not understanding these things may cause you to purchase the wrong bonds, at the wrong maturity date.
The three most important things that must be …
