Betting on Crime: Investing in Private Prisons
A look at the case for investing in private prison companies lie GEO and CWX, who provide private prisons for local governments.
Cash Flow Investments: REITs and Agency Mortgages
A look at one of the most popular cash flow investments: REITs, specifically REITs that invest in agency mortgages and agency bonds.
Closed-End Funds: The Ins and Outs
Hidden in the small cap corners of the investment universe are hundreds of closed-end funds overlooked by Wall Street. These funds do it all, from private equity-style investments in small companies to leveraged junk bond investments you can’t find anywhere else. Let’s look at the closed-end fund category and explore why investors might choose to […]
Reasons Why Wall Street Now Hates Utility Stocks
Here is a look at why Wall Street has started hating utilities. And, are utility stocks still a good investment? Utilities are like bonds.
Investing in MLPs: Yields are High, but Complications are Many
Master Limited Partnerships are all the rage on Wall Street. Known for high yields, favorable taxation, and exposure to a very popular sector (oil and gas, primarily), MLPs are the new “designer drug” for enterprising investors. Let’s work through the basics of MLPs, their tax structure, and their suitability in your portfolio. So, what is […]
What Is A Stock Spin Off And How Does It Work?
Spinoffs are becoming increasingly common in the business world, and they are great gifts to investors.
When Stock Volume Matters and Why
A look at the stock trading volume of different companies and when it matters for stocks and ETFs.