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Special-Situation Investing: 3 Tips for Finding Good Stocks

Wealth Building and the Power of Compounding

How do you find undervalued stocks? Can special-situation investing make a profit? Special-situation investing is a method for finding stocks selling significantly beneath their actual market value, and it can help you make a profit. To use this method, you’ll need to learn how to research stocks independently from financial analysts and focus on your investments rather than diversifying. Learn how to find undervalued stocks with this advice from hedge fund manager Joel Greenblatt.

What’s Causing the US National Credit Card Debt Crisis?

What’s behind rising credit card debt in the US? What are its impacts? What can be done to address the crisis? US Credit card debt has surged to over $1 trillion for the first time, signaling financial distress for many Americans. Persistently high inflation paired with rising interest rates are making credit card debt increasingly unmanageable and putting financially vulnerable Americans at greater risk. Here’s what’s causing the national credit card debt crisis, and how you can avoid and pay off your debt.

What Are the Risks of Bonds? 2 Reasons Why You Should Be Wary

What are the risks of bonds? Do they carry more or less risk than stocks? Many investors think that bonds are less risky than stocks. However, in his book Beating the Street, famed mutual fund manager Peter Lynch explains that bonds offer poorer returns than stocks over the long haul. Read more to understand the basics of how bonds work and two of the primary risks that come with investing in them.

Are Stocks Better Than Bonds? Why Peter Lynch Says “Yes”

Are stocks better than bonds? Which investment carries a greater risk? Despite their reputation as a riskier and more volatile investment, stocks have significantly outperformed bonds over the long term. Peter Lynch explains how bonds work and details some of the main risks that come from investing in them. Then he outlines why he promotes stocks as a superior investment. Keep reading to understand Lynch’s argument and to get a different perspective from Vanguard founder John Bogle.

3 Types of Index Funds: Where Do You Want to Put Your Money?

Do you prefer to own stocks in particular industries? Are you interested in funds that trade only in North American stocks? Peter Lynch advises that there are many different types of index funds that track different segments of the financial market, depending on where an investor wants to put their money. He explains market cap funds, sector-based funds, and regional funds. Keep reading to learn about these three types of index funds and see what might work best in your portfolio.

Investing in Rental Properties for Beginners: 4 Steps

Are you new to rental property investing? What’s the easiest way to commit to an investment? For beginners, investing in rental properties can be a huge financial decision. Many rewards come with the investment, but there are also some risks that you’ll need to consider. Below is a step-by-step guide on investing in rental properties for beginners who have little to no experience.

How to Manage a Stock Portfolio: 4 Tips From Peter Lynch

3 Major Tips From Charlie Munger on Investing

How many companies should you invest in? How long should you hold on to stocks? Is it possible to over-diversify? Famed mutual fund manager Peter Lynch spent decades successfully managing the Magellan Fund at Fidelity. He learned that anyone can be a successful investor if they put in the hard work and choose and manage stocks in the right way. Read more to get four tips from Lynch on how to manage a stock portfolio successfully.

The Benefits of Index Funds: Peter Lynch on Passive Investing

What’s “passive investing”? Do you want to make money in the stock market without managing a portfolio or paying someone else to do it? In Beating the Street, famed mutual fund manager Peter Lynch says anyone can succeed in the stock market if they make the right choices and put in the hard work. But, he also offers an option for people who’d rather stay away from active portfolio management. Continue reading to learn about the benefits of index funds.

How to Select Stocks for Long-Term Investment (Peter Lynch)

What should you consider when selecting stocks to invest in? How can you keep each investment from being a shot in the dark? Famed mutual fund manager Peter Lynch lauds the advantages of stocks over bonds. In his book Beating the Street, he shares suggestions for constructing a successful stock portfolio that’s more likely to perform well over the long haul. Continue reading for Lynch’s advice on how to select stocks for long-term investment.

Beating the Street by Peter Lynch: Book Overview & Takeaways

Do individual investors have a chance on Wall Street? What are the safest types of investments in the long term? In Beating the Street, Peter Lynch explores how ordinary investors can outperform the market—and the pricey Wall Street fund managers who assemble stock portfolios. He says that the key is hard work, diligence, and persistence in picking the right stocks to build a winning portfolio. Continue reading for an overview of Beating the Street by famed mutual fund manager Peter Lynch.