Market Insight

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Tax Tips: The Income Investment Tax Rundown

Income investment tax is treated differently depending on what type of investment they are and what kind of income they pay out. Here is an overview of how this income is treated.

Spotify Prepares to Battle Apple Inc. With Its Own Smart Speaker

New job listings show that Spotify is about to start building its own hardware. Though details are vague, Spotify is likely showing prospective investors that it can survive the streaming wars.

Tax Tips: 5 Ways to Avoid an IRS Audit

Audits can be time-consuming, expensive and stressful. But there are ways to reduce the odds. Here’s a look at 5 tips.

Tax Tips: How to Protect Yourself From Tax Scams

With the rise of e-filing, there has also been a surge in tax scams. But there are things you can do to reduce the odds of being a victim. Here are 4 tips.

4 Tax Tips for Freelancers or Those With Side Gigs

The gig economy continues to grow at a robust pace, but taxes are often a major problem for those that are a part of it. Here’s a look at four tax tips to help.

Opinion: There’s Still Time to Get in on the Ground Floor of Bitcoin

Bitcoin prices still swing wildly with headlines, and I believe that the reason is a lack of understanding of -- and faith in -- cryptocurrencies and blockchain.

Tax Tips: 4 Ways To Boost Your Tax Refund

A refund is often a big part of person’s finances. And there are ways you can help boost it, such as with IRA contributions and other deductions/credits.

New Tax Law: What Does It Mean for Your Home?

With the new tax law, Congress made significant changes to the tax code. And homeowners are looking at significant changes in their deductions.

What Does The New Tax Law Mean For Your Withholding?

The new tax bill will result in a rise in take-home pay for millions of Americans. But there are some issues. For some people, there could be a risk of underwithholding. Here’s what to do.

Despite Pullbacks, The Future Remains Bright for Cryptocurrency

Cryptocurrency has seen its value plummet in recent weeks, but increased recognition and a promising future for blockchain technology make now the time to buy.

The Unofficial Guide to Cryptocurrency Taxes

If you’ve made your riches off the soaring bitcoin price, you now have to contend with an inescapable reality: cryptocurrency taxes!

Here’s What to Expect From Tesla Inc Earnings

Tesla’s Model 3 has gotten off to a terrible start, yet investors have not been too concerned. If the problems continue, however, Tesla stock could be vulnerable to a selloff.

ICOs Take Center Stage in CryptoCurrency Market Mania

Investors are being robbed repeatedly through ICOs, which are easy to hack, may be run by crooks and lack any regulatory controls.

4 Stocks to Invest in the Third Industrial Revolution

One, in particular, stands out: the industrials. This is an area that I love -- and have loved for some time. In fact, I believe we’re in the early stages of a third industrial revolution. Today I want to talk about four stocks that are riding the sector’s waves.

The Age-Old Debate: Should You Invest in Growth or Value Stocks?

The debate between growth or value stocks may never be settled, but if you focus on allocation, you can decide which type is right for you.

Blue Apron Holdings Inc Hangs On But Maybe Not for Long

Blue Apron is trying to cut losses to husband cash, but there is as yet no growth plan that would make the stock worth buying.

Is It Time to Take Some Money Off the Table?

Will 2018 be the year to take some money off of the table and play it safe just in case the market takes a turn for the worse?

Ripple Rises Above $3 to Challenge Bitcoin

Ripple is not mined, and it has a centralized blockchain, but its value is exploding against that of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.

Don’t Wait for a Policy Change to Start Repaying Your Student Loan Debt

Your student loan debt may seem impossible to pay back, but waiting for government policies to change isn't the answer.