1 September, 2021
Broker-Dealer vs. Registered Investment Advisor (RIA)
Written by: Bill Engel, CFP® | Senior Vice President What Is a Broker-Dealer? A broker-dealer (BD) is a firm that buys and sells securities for its own account on behalf of customers. BDs act on behalf of customers in their brokerage capacity by buying and selling securities for them. They act as a dealer when buying securities for their own account. BDs provide[...] Continue reading30 August, 2021
Active vs. Passive Management
Written by: Denny Baish | Senior Investment Analyst When choosing how to invest their assets, investors can choose one of two main strategies: active management or passive management. These strategies are very different and may result in vastly different investment performances. Understanding the difference can be crucial to picking the right strategy based on your[...] Continue reading27 August, 2021
What Is a Mutual Fund?
Mutual funds are essentially a collection of money compiled from multiple investors. The money is pooled together and professionally managed and invested in things like stocks and bonds according to the investment objectives of the fund itself. Each fund has its own investment objectives and risks as outlined in the prospectus. You can choose the mutual fund that fits[...] Continue reading24 May, 2021
How Investors Can Pick the Right Mutual Fund for Themselves
Since mutual funds are a popular investment option, many individuals look for ways to integrate them into their portfolio. A mutual fund is essentially a basket and within that basket there are a handful of stocks, bonds, cash or a combination of assets. When someone invests in a mutual fund, they’re buying into both an investment manager and an actual company. However,[...] Continue reading14 March, 2019