Investing Strategies & Personal Finance

Money is a really important subject that nobody ever wants to talk about. But if you’re ever going to take charge of your finances and have a comfortable future, it’s important to master the concepts and strategies that can help you make more money, put you in control, and improve your life. Discover the proven strategies used by some of the world’s best financial minds to help you maximize your profits and minimize your risk.

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Recent comments from Fed Chairman Jerome Powell — framing two quarter-point cuts for the Nov. 7 and Dec. 18 meetings — would put the federal funds rate at 4.25%-4.50% by year-end. In this scenario, I like the VanEck Preferred Securities Ex-Financials ETF (PFXF), writes Bryan Perry, editor of Cash Machine.
We are all human, and we will make trading mistakes, even in a bull market. Yes, it’s frustrating to do so when trading “should be easy.” (Hint: It never is.), states Bob Lang of ExplosiveOptions.net.
Mike Larson is on vacation. The MoneyShow Market Minute will resume Tuesday, Oct. 1.
As much as my two-pronged dividend strategy works in all markets, we still need to acknowledge that politics influences things. Sometimes it’s a tangible impact like big swings in the price of oil. Other times it’s just investor sentiment moving the market. Either way, it can affect the short-term progress of our portfolio, advises Kelly Green, editor of Dividend Digest.
The number one reason to buy small- and mid-cap stocks is their greater leverage to falling interest rates, states Lucas Downey of Mapsignals.com.
Christine Benz is director of personal finance at Morningstar and author of the soon-to-be-released book How to Retire: 20 Lessons for a Happy, Successful, and Wealthy Retirement. In this wide-ranging MoneyShow MoneyMasters Podcast episode, which you can watch here, we discuss the risks to investors of recency bias, steps to take ahead of “decumulation,” important long-term care insurance trends, and tax planning ahead of and after the 2024 presidential election.
The Virtus Equity and Convertible Income Fund (NIE) offers investors the perfect blend of stable current income, capital preservation, and growth, explains Todd Shaver, editor of the industry leading advisory service, Bull Market Report.
Many investors favor a “strategic” or “tactical” portfolio allocation. Let me explain what I mean, writes Nancy Zambell, editor-in-chief of Cabot Money Club.
It’s earnings season yet again. And I think this one is going to be more down-to-earth than the ones we’ve had over the past year. Have cash available to grab some deals, writes Kelly Green, editor of Dividend Digest.
July 4 marked the United States’ 248th Independence Day. While the holiday brings to mind fireworks, barbecues, and family gatherings, it is also a reminder of the principles of independence, self-reliance, and freedom that have shaped the United States. I believe in the power of dividend growth investing to build rising passive income – and asset-reliant financial independence – over the long-run, explains Ben Reynolds, editor of Sure Dividend.

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From time to time, throughout history, a breakthrough occurs. Sometimes that breakthrough is in medicine; sometimes in science; sometimes in technology; and, on rare occasions a breakthrough occurs in the world of finance.  About two years ago, we discovered an amazing fact in the world of buying and selling equities on the public market. This fact recognizes that current technology permits us to make trading decisions based 100% on observing the current Market Consensus which tells us what the market is thinking and where the market is headed.  Market Consensus processes vast amounts of information—such as economic data, company performance, geopolitical events, and investor sentiment—resulting in stock prices that reflect the collective assessment of all available information at any given time.

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It is important for retirees to create an income strategy that produces the income they need today and in the future. In other words, retirees need to balance the need for short-term liquidity and long-term opportunity for growth.

One of the most significant risks for retirees is the sequence of returns risk. In other words, sequence of returns withdrawing income from an underperforming portfolio. It is also important to address inflation risk because the longer that retirees need to depend on their portfolio for income, the greater the likelihood they will experience a market downturn or recession.

In this session, we will discuss strategies to optimize sources of retirement income and improve cash flow in retirement. 

This webinar introduces tax-saving strategies for business owners and high-net-worth individuals. It covers Captive Insurance Companies' role in risk management and tax savings and their broader benefits, such as asset protection, wealth accumulation, and business stability. The presentation will also outline different strategies for tax minimization when converting a large IRA to a Roth IRA. 

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Join Whitney Elkins-Hutten, director of investor education with PassiveInvesting.com, for an exclusive presentation on how promissory notes can be a game-changing tool in a high-net-worth investment strategy. Discover how these notes deliver steady returns and unlock unique opportunities in today’s volatile market. You’ll learn what a promissory note is, where it fits in the capital stack, and how it differs from riskier private credit deals. Gain valuable insights into why top-tier investors are increasingly turning to promissory notes as a low-risk, high-reward addition to their portfolios. Plus, walk away with actionable strategies to seamlessly integrate these notes into your investment plan, ensuring you maximize returns while staying aligned with your broader financial goals. 

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In a polarized world with an out-of-control legal system and sky-high jury awards, find out how to keep your wealth and assets safe.  

For fixed-income investors, the world is changing – and that means your investment approach must, too. Learn from long-time bond market expert Dan Fuss about how the geopolitical environment, the climate outlook, and the economic and market backdrops are evolving, and how to best position your portfolio to maximize return and minimize risk.   

Providing financial support to your children and grandchildren can be a very rewarding experience. But how can that best be done? In this presentation, learn how best to invest in your children’s and grandchildren’s educational and financial future to ensure that your gifts align with both your individual and family goals. 

In this 30-minute presentation, Sue O’Reilly of the Toronto Investors and Traders Stocktwits Meetup Group will show you, step by step, how to "game" the 11 Sectors of the S&P 500 to find high dividend-paying stocks in an industry group likely set to move higher. 


Generating consistent gains in an ever-changing market is nearly impossible unless you know how (and when) to adapt to different market phases. Even a great strategy won’t work in the wrong conditions, and managing the money that you already have in the markets effectively is just as important as making the initial investment or placing the trade. In this section, you can learn about specific investing strategies and investment picks that will allow you to dampen risk without giving up solid gains. You’ll learn how to generate superior returns to establish a margin of safety in anticipation of black swan events and market anomalies.

With headwinds such as a longer time horizon, the current low-yield market environment, and the need to strategically allocate beyond stocks, bonds, and funds, there are several distinct and important financial decisions that really matter. Those are the ones you need to get right, so you don’t run out of money during your golden years. But, even the best-laid retirement plans can harbor hidden risks, including longevity risk, sequence-of-return risk, and underspending. The nature of risk changes in retirement, as the lifestyles of retirees become more vulnerable to the impacts of market volatility, unknown longevity, and spending shocks. Learn how to safeguard your portfolio and your plan against these risk factors.

With volatility making a comeback in the markets, investors are looking for the best investment strategies to protect—and grow their portfolios—in a challenging environment. Uncover effective strategies for managing your assets for a longer period of time, given current market conditions and longer life-span expectations. Learn about specific investments that could accomplish the goal of making your nest egg comfortably provide an income throughout your lifetime.