Resource Center
Resource Center

FirsTrust Tag Page 1


Articles associated with this tag:

 1234NextLast1-10 of 41
The Truth About “Retirement Planning”
The Truth About “Retirement Planning” Thu, Aug 08, 2024 The 2020 Mind Over Money survey (1) finds that 77% of Americans feel anxious about their financial situation, with 68% concerned mostly about having sufficient income during retirement. They should be. Read More
By Michael T. Koenig, CFP®, J.M.

The Investors First PodCast: Michael Mauboussin – Market Concentration, Buybacks & Luck vs. Skill
The Investors First PodCast: Michael Mauboussin – Market Concentration, Buybacks & Luck vs. Skill Fri, Jul 12, 2024 In this episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Michael Mauboussin, Michael is a highly respected figure in finance, celebrated for his deep insights into decision-making, behavioral economics, and investing. Read More
By CFA Society of Orlando

The Investors First Podcast: Ali Hamed – Contrarian Early-Stage Investing
The Investors First Podcast: Ali Hamed – Contrarian Early-Stage Investing Fri, Jun 07, 2024 In this episode we host Ali Hamed, a Co-Founder and Partner at CoVenture and a prominent figure in venture capital and alternative investments. With a background in finance and technology, Ali brings strategic insights to early-stage investing. Hamed... Read More

The Investors First PodCast: Howard Marks - Investing During a Regime Change
The Investors First PodCast: Howard Marks - Investing During a Regime Change Thu, Jan 04, 2024 Howard Marks of Oaktree Capital Management discusses investing during a regime change. Today's hosts are Steve Curley, CFA (Founder, 55 North Private Wealth) & guest host Chris Cannon, CFA (Chief Investment Officer, FirsTrust). Read More
By CFA Society of Orlando

How will Social Security impact your future? As seen at AARP online
How will Social Security impact your future? As seen at AARP online Thu, Oct 19, 2023 Whether you’re concerned about paying bills or expect to live comfortably during retirement, AARP’s Social Security Resource Center provides answers and guidance to help you make the best choices for your situation. Read More
By AARP Online Magazine

Are Roth IRAs Really as Great as They’re Cracked Up to Be?
Are Roth IRAs Really as Great as They’re Cracked Up to Be? Thu, May 18, 2023 ".......In reality, the Roth is just another tax strategy with pros and cons like all the others. If you choose to save your retirement dollars in a Roth IRA or Roth 401(k) instead of a traditional IRA or 401(k), you will be giving up some tax breaks... Read More
By Edward F. Downey as seen at Kiplinger.com

Are Roth IRAs Really as Great as They’re Cracked Up to Be? by Edward F. Downey in Kiplinger
Are Roth IRAs Really as Great as They’re Cracked Up to Be? by Edward F. Downey in Kiplinger Fri, Apr 28, 2023 While a Roth IRA is an excellent tax strategy, that doesn’t mean you should underestimate the benefits of a traditional tax-deferred retirement account. Read More

How to Find a Financial Adviser
How to Find a Financial Adviser Wed, Jan 04, 2023 ......And while we’re on the topic of ethics: Fiduciaries are required by law to put your interests before their own.. In addition to that, a subset of fiduciary firms are fee-only, which means they don’t sell any products or services beyond their r... Read More
By as seen at Kiplinger.com

The Best and Worst Ways To Spend Your Year-End Bonus
The Best and Worst Ways To Spend Your Year-End Bonus Tue, Dec 06, 2022 Good news for employees: Even though 2020 and 2021 have been distinctly different from years past, full of economic strife due to the global pandemic, more employers are opting to give year-end bonuses. So if you're one of the fortunate workers who's... Read More
By Cynthia Measom in Yahoo Finance

‘Fee based’ vs. ‘fee only’ financial planners: There’s a big difference
‘Fee based’ vs. ‘fee only’ financial planners: There’s a big difference Wed, Nov 09, 2022 .....Such advisors often call themselves “fee based,” hoping you’ll confuse them with “fee only” planners. Fee-only planners are compensated only by the fees you pay; they don’t accept commissions or other compensation that could influence their advi... Read More
By Liz Weston in LA Times

 1234NextLast1-10 of 41