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Investing in securities offered by the US Department of the Treasury provides a safer strategy for your portfolio. Although savings bonds are no the highest yielding when it comes to interest, the Series EE bonds…
Humid weather’s no fun. It’s hot, it’s heavy, and it’s uncomfortable. If you want to be able to walk down a street without instantly feeling a sticky mess, there’s plenty of places in the world…
Years ago nearly all forms of documentation were completed by hand and stored away in files. With the advent of computer technology and systems that store data electronically, the world around us changed. Bonds were…
Considering savings bonds can be purchased for as little as $25, they’re an affordable investment tool that many people take advantage of. However, as they can often take years to mature, it’s easy for people…
Investors who are looking for ways to diversify their investment portfolios may want to consider strategies outside of the traditional stock market. One such option is a certificate of indebtedness. This term has somewhat faded…
Towns use a variety of different ways to generate revenue to sustain the operations and functions that are necessary. Some rely on government grants to supplement revenue deficits to complete special projects, while others operate…
Are you considering investing in bonds? If so there are several different kinds. Two main types of bonds are Term Bonds and Serial Bonds. If you’re not familiar with the differences because the average person…
Americans who are raising families have a lot of concerns when deciding on the best places to live. There are safety issues, finding a town with good educational opportunities, fun activities to keep young people…
These days, we’re all feeling the pinch. Increased unemployment, lower wages, skyrocketing property prices, inflated food costs… all in all, most of us aren’t having a great time in the finance department. Which makes it…