SWOT analysis is a strategic planning method that looks at: Strengths Weaknesses Opportunities Threats It is commonly used in business development and marketing, but it is a great tool to apply to long term investing strategies as well. When making any investment decisions about a company, you should carefully analyze these points. As such, here […]
Archives for July 2014
Investing Tip #92: Pick Good Sovereign Bonds Abroad
You may invest a small portion of your capital in government bonds in a country with no fiscal deficits or trade deficits and a high savings rate. Pick good sovereign bonds abroad. This will provide you steady return and boost your portfolio’s risk-adjusted performance. If you want to learn more check out these resources: Buying […]
Investing Tip #91: Investing Globally? Be Careful.
Templeton, a value investor says, “If you search worldwide, you will find more bargains and better bargains than by studying only one nation.” If you want to diversify globally, pick the companies in countries that have investment friendly environment with less government regulation, interference and ownership issues.” Before investing globally it is crucial that you […]
Back to School Gear 2014: College Edition
In just a few short weeks it’ll be time to pack up and head back to school. If you haven’t snatched up your back to school gear yet, now is the time. There are currently some awesome back to school sales and you won’t find prices any cheaper. I’ve scouted the internet looking for the […]
Investing Tip #90: Select Three Funds
Mutual funds are simple and good instruments to build your portfolio. There are different types of funds such as index fund, value fund, bond funds, balance funds, sector funds, large cap, medium cap and small cap funds. Each fund has its own investment strategies and objectives. They have different risk and return profile. William J […]
Yes, You Can Save Too Much For Retirement
You’ve heard the sayings from every personal finance pundit – max out your IRA each you, contribute to your 401k to the maximum. And all of these are great tips to some extent. But, depending on your personal goals, you could be saving too much for retirement. Yes, there is such a thing as saving […]
Investing Tip #89: Don’t Invest in Too Many Funds
Although it’s important to diversify your portfolio it’s also possible to over diversify. A fund invests in stocks or many companies. A single good fund would give you all the benefits of diversification. Therefore there is no need to invest in too many funds. Rather do your homework carefully and select the best performing fund. […]
Investing Tip #88: Invest in One or Two Value Funds
By investing in both, value funds and growth funds, you’ll keep your portfolio diversified. Value Funds invest in the companies that are deemed to be undervalued in price. Select one or two highly rated value funds and invest periodically. Keep your money invested over a long period. If you want to learn more check out […]
Investing Tip #87: Invest in One or Two Growth Funds
Growth Funds invest in growth companies which are expanding profits and earnings. Select one or two highly rated growth funds and invest a small amount periodically. Let your money compound over a long period. If you want to learn more check out these resources: The Ultimate Guide on When to Make Traditional vs. Roth IRA […]
How Much Should You Pay In Rent?
I’m not a fan of cutting costs, but I’m also not a fan of overpaying for things that you don’t really need. But housing is something you really need – you can’t be homeless. But how much do you really need to spend on rent and housing? It’s not as much as you think. Earlier […]
Investing Tip #86: Learn Peter Lynch’s Strategies
The methods incorporated by Peter Lynch are extremely simple and can be put into practice even by those who are new to this field. His book, Beating The Street, explains his own strategies for investing and offers advice for how to pick stocks and mutual funds to assemble a successful investment portfolio. ‘Peter’s Principles’ will provide […]
EOG Resources is a Quality Stock, But is it Time to Buy?
The shares of EOG Resources increased by 56% over the past year and 233% over the past five years. EOG is a high-quality oil shale play but with its rise, has it played out or is it still a good way to invest in the sector. It is flirting with breaking its 52-week high and […]
Investing Tip #85: Avoid Over Diversified Companies
Avoid investing in companies diversifying beyond their core competence. Such companies try to sustain growth through aggressive acquisitions. The acquisitions may dilute your shareholdings if acquisition cost is paid with the issuing of new stocks. If you want to learn more check out these resources: How to Turn Down $3 Billion at 23 Years Old 4 […]
How Much Student Loan Debt Students Have and How Much They Make
I’m really excited to announce a new initiative here at The College Investor. It’s something that I’ve always been curious about, and I know a lot (and I’m talking a LOT), of readers have emailed me about. However, I never quite knew the best way to go about figuring this out. Well, today, I’m giving […]
Investing Tip #84: Stay Away from Hot Stocks in the Hottest Industry
Hot stocks and hot industries are constantly in the news. And everyone talks about them. Peter Lynch tells, “Hot stocks go up fast, usually out of sight of its actual value, but they fall just as quickly”. Hot stocks are a dime a dozen. If you’re investing for the long term do your homework and go […]
5 Ways to Save on College Housing
After college your biggest expense will be housing. But what about while you’re in college? Housing can still make up a huge percentage of your expenses. Unfortunately, most freshman will be out of luck in the savings department due to universities requiring first year students to live on campus. But every year after that you […]
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