Beginning to invest with little money and knowledge
Start by learning the basics to avoid nerves about your dollars. Read The Little Book of Common Sense Investing and The Five Rules for Successful Stock Investing. Explore fool com and morningstar com for guidance and consider broad market index funds if you prefer passive investing.
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Liar loans and the rise of no doc lending in finance
Liar loans are low document or no doc loans based on borrower statements rather than verified income or assets. They are often subprime and have faced abuse by lenders and borrowers, contributing to defaults during the financial crisis.
Understanding real and after tax investment returns
Explains real return after inflation and taxes using a Farm Dogs Inc example. Shows inflation erodes 12 percent to 9 percent, then after tax 6.75 percent. Notes long term capital gains rates and advises benchmarking against the S&P 500.
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Facebook stock misstep and rebound lessons
The note reflects on selling Facebook shares at $26 in 2013, missing later gains as price rose above $80. It notes boredom as a weak selling reason, the stock's long term potential, and the need to monitor progress while highlighting Facebook's 1.4 billion monthly active users and monetization opportunities.
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Motley Fool Views Realty Income as Steady High Dividend REIT
The article highlights Realty Income Corp as a strong REIT choice for income seekers. It owns over 4,000 freestanding retail properties nationwide with tenants like Walgreens FedEx and Dollar General on long triple net leases. Occupancy stays near 98 percent, dividends have risen for 70 straight quarters, and the stock has fallen about 12 percent since February, offering a potential buy.
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Wegmans Food Markets profile and trivia answer
Last week's trivia item highlights Wegmans Food Markets founded in 1916 and family owned. It runs 85 supermarkets across several states, employs over 44 000 people, earns more than 7 billion dollars annually, and is among Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For for 18 straight years.
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Robocall Regulations Aim to Rein in Global Nuisance
Regulators consider expanding FCC and FTC powers to curb illegal robocalls. Legislation would empower providers to block calls and track overseas rebroadcasts, with stronger penalties for offenders. Lawmakers stress two-prong approach combining enforcement with carrier action.
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Apple Opens Sixth Avenue Apple Store with VIP Vault Room
Apple unveils a compact Upper East Side store as its 266th U.S. location and seventh in New York City. The design features Botticino marble, vintage chandeliers, and a reinforced vault now used for VIP meetings, with a focus on locals and repairs. A New York court suit warns of value and quality concerns.
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Amazon Uses Minions Boxes in E-commerce Licensing Mix
Amazon began shipping some orders in bright yellow Minions branded boxes. Toys R Us executive Richard Barry notes Star Wars remains a top seller even without new films and expects the upcoming trilogy and stand-alone movies to boost sales. Retailers caution against overstock while brands shift toward TV and movie character driven demand.
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