Tim Melvin

InvestorPlace Contributor

Tim Melvin is a value investor, money manager and writer residing in Windermere, Fla. He has spent the last 27 years as in the financial services and investment industry as a broker, adviser and portfolio manager. He has also written and lectured extensively on the markets with his work appearing on RealMoney.Com, DailySpecualations.com and several other websites.

Recent Articles

3 Fantastic Blue Chips to Avoid (For Now)

By Tim Melvin, InvestorPlace Contributor May 12, 2016

JNJ, LLY and BMY are all reliable blue chips, but their current valuation makes them a poor investment right now.

3 REITs to Form a Foundation for Your Portfolio

By Tim Melvin, InvestorPlace Contributor May 6, 2016

EQC, CLNY and BPY are REITs that would make a strong cornerstone for any portfolio, so make sure not to overlook real estate.

3 Shiny Dividend Stocks With Horrid Fundamentals

By Tim Melvin, InvestorPlace Contributor Apr 28, 2016

Investors should buy dividend stocks with the best fundamentals, and most importantly, avoid those with poor fundamentals and financial conditions that can lead to capital losses far greater than the dividends collected. Here are three dividend stocks that are deceptively appealing.

3 Stocks to Help You Take Back Your Tax Dollars

By Tim Melvin, InvestorPlace Contributor Apr 20, 2016

If you want your tax dollars to help you make more money, consider investments in PRSC, MMS and EGOV.

3 REIT Buyout Candidates to Keep an Eye On

By Tim Melvin, InvestorPlace Contributor Apr 15, 2016

We've already seen several REIT mergers this year. Here are three other candidates with huge dividends and discounted prices that might get picked up.