My Top 30 Index: An Update

A year ago, I put together what I called \"my own reinvention\" of the Dow Jones industrial average, the popular 142-year-old large-cap index.

Balance Your Risk and Reward

These new ETFs let you cut stock market losses. But you'll sacrifice some gains.

IS A HYBRID CAR RIGHT FOR YOU?

Hybrids offer a fuel-saving option for drivers who have reservations about all-electric vehicles. But there are trade-offs.

HOW TO REACH YOUR INVESTING GOALS

Patience helped these four investors make their portfolios work for them.

WHERE TO INVEST NOW

Expect a lot of midyear churn, with a rally toward the end of 2024.

TIPS FOR FINANCING A HOME PROJECT

I recently had a call with a client who was looking to fund the construction of a swimming pool at his house.

MORE WOMEN THAN EVER ARE STARTING BUSINESSES

Retail and travel businesses, along with health, beauty and fitness, are popular with women entrepreneurs.

Finding Home Health Care

It’s important to hire a caregiver you trust.

UNDERSTANDING BOND FUND YIELDS

What's a 30-day SEC yield? A trailing 12-month yield? A yield to maturity? We explain what each measure says about an income fund.

ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS ON STUDENT LOANS

If you have federal student loans, you may benefit from new government policies. Here's what you need to know.