Market Recap Week of 8/24/2026 to 8/28/2026
The S&P 500 edged up 0.5% last week as stronger-than-expected earnings from Salesforce and CrowdStrike helped lift technology stocks. The index is now up 3% for August and 13% for the year.
Market Recap Week of 8/17/2026 to 8/21/2026
The S&P 500 fell 1.4% last week, its first weekly decline in a month, as renewed tensions between the U.S. and Iran weighed on investor sentiment. Health care, energy, and materials bucked the broader decline.
The Pros and Cons of Investing in Vacation Rentals
The rise of Airbnb and Vrbo has made vacation rentals a hot investment trend. But are they worth the effort? This article breaks down the pros, cons, and real financial implications.
Dividend Investing: Is It Right for You?
Would you rather invest for income, growth or both? Here’s what to consider before making dividend investing a central part of your strategy.
Market Recap Week of 8/10/2026 to 8/14/2026
The S&P 500 edged 0.4% higher last week as cooler-than-expected inflation and a surprise drop in retail sales increased expectations that the Federal Reserve will keep rates unchanged in September.
Market Recap Week of 8/3/2026 to 8/7/2026
The S&P 500 jumped 3.6% last week as technology stocks surged and optimism grew around a potential reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Palantir and Nvidia led the technology rally, while investors also watched developments between Iran and Oman.
When Should You Change Your Investment Strategy?
A portfolio that's right for you today may not be the right fit five or ten years from now. Major life events, changing financial goals, and shifts in your risk tolerance can all be reasons to revisit your investments — but reacting to market headlines usually isn't.
SpaceX’s Debut Earnings Report
The biggest takeaway from SpaceX's earnings wasn't the quarterly numbers — it was the company's vision for the future.