Investments
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7 Board Members of Plymouth Meeting Mall’s Owner, PREIT, Send in Resignations
Due to a lack of shareholder votes, seven out of nine board members of PREIT have tendered their resignations, and while they are not official, it could prove to be detrimental for the regional mall owner, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Among the resigners were Chairman and CEO Joseph Coradino, Temple University Interim…
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‘Top Hat’ Plans Allow CEOs to Amass Even More Wealth
Little known savings plans, often referred to as “Top Hat” plans, which are usually reserved for highly paid executives are making the wealth gap between them and workers even wider, writes Anne Tergesen for The Wall Street Journal. The top five executives at the publicly traded companies in the S&P 500 index have a combined…
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Interest Rate on I Bonds Is Down, But Financial Advisors Now See Them As Better Long-Term Investment
With the interest rate on I bonds now down to 4.3 percent compared to the 9.62 percent offered last year, financial advisors see them as better long-term investments, writes Imani Moise for The Wall Street Journal. The new rate will be valid for I bonds bought for the six months starting April 28. At the…
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Conshohocken-Based Investment Firm Finds Its New COO from Within
Hamilton Lane, a private market investment firm in Conshohocken, has a new chief operating officer, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Andrea Anigati Kramer, 55, first joined Hamilton Lane in February 2005 and has served as a managing director since 2010. Hamilton Lane serves both institutional and private wealth investors across the globe.…
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With World Turning to Oil Alternatives, These Natural Gas and Energy Stocks Could Be Poised to Benefit
As the world is turning more to oil alternatives, the possibility of global demand for liquefied natural gas (LNG) doubling by 2040 could result in companies involved in natural gas increasing their revenue, writes Q.ai for Forbes. There are many companies that are involved in natural gas processing, divided into three distinct categories: upstream, midstream,…
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Pros and Cons of Investing in REITs vs. Direct Real Estate
While the housing market has been volatile and uncertain over the last three years, real estate is still a valuable part of an investor’s portfolio, writes Jeremy Pagan for the Morning Star. Each investor should ideally allocate anywhere between five and 20 percent of their portfolio to real estate. REITs are a very popular investment…
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Why Alternative Strategies Represent A New Frontier In Investing
The world of investing has come a long way since the days of buying and holding stocks and bonds. With the advent of technology and the globalization of markets, investors have more choices than ever. Once reserved for the ultra-wealthy, alternative investment strategies are becoming increasingly accessible to retail investors. In this article, we’ll explore…
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How Anyone Can Start Building Wealth Through Real Estate
While there are some risks associated with investing in real estate, the many benefits make this something any investor should consider doing, writes GeekWire. Benefits of Investing in Real Estate When you buy or hold real estate or decide to invest in a property’s equity through a REIT, you may earn cash flow. If you…
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Barron’s: Bitcoin Surged in 2023, But Is It Due for a Pause?
Bitcoin is on fire once again, having rallied 80 percent this year and spurring calls for a new crypto bull market, writes Jack Denton for Barron’s. However if you are considering investing in crypto, there are several things you need to consider. There is logic to the rise of the most popular cryptocurrency, which has…
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CEO of Chester Springs-Based Creative Capital Wealth Management Group Now a Contributor to Forbes.com
Fred Hubler — the founder and CEO of Creative Capital Wealth Management Group, an independent wealth management firm based in Chester Springs — is now a regular online contributor to Forbes.com. Hubler will provide the platform’s readers with exclusive insights and commentary on emerging trends in alternative investments and other timely finance and investment topics.…
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If You Have $200K to Invest, Becoming a Millionaire Is Within Reach
If you have $200,000 to invest, then the dream of becoming a millionaire is well within your reach, writes Andrew Lisa for Yahoo!Finance. Money experts recommend everything from financing fintech startups and investing in SPACs to real estate and equity investing. In the end, any success or failure depends fully on you. “People need to…
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Upper Merion Investment Club Outgrows Kitchen-Table Meetings, Retains Retro-Awesome Latin Name
The Pecuniary Investment Club may sound like a powerhouse collection of industry titans, making big deals and celebrating victories with brandy and cigars. But as reported in a self-authored story in BetterInvesting — the current branding for the National Association of Investment Clubs (NAIC) — it’s much humbler than that. The Pecuniary Investment Club takes…
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Alternative Investments and Their Advantages, Disadvantages
Whether your investment strategies focus on short-term or long-term goals, it is always a good idea to diversify and invest some money into alternative assets, writes John Csiszar for AOL Finance. Alternative investments are nontraditional investments that go beyond the stocks, bonds, or mutual funds that are more typical for the world of investing. Putting…
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How to Find the Right Financial Advisor to Fit Your Needs
Picking a financial advisor who will be right for you is not easy, but being well informed and knowing exactly what you need will make the process much easier, writes Bernice Napach for The Wall Street Journal. “The first question for consumers is: Why are you hiring an advisor?” said Micah Hauptman, director of investor…
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IRS Has Made Changes to Its Tax Brackets, Here Is What That Means for You
Thanks to inflation adjustments made by the Internal Revenue Service, many Americans will see their tax brackets shift and their tax burden go down next year, writes Ashlea Ebeling for The Wall Street Journal. Still, some will benefit more than others. The IRS adjusts dozens of tax provisions based on inflation each year. These include…
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With Tax Day Closing In, Now Is Best Time to Remind Yourself of Changes That Affect Your 2022 Returns
With Tax Day closing in, taxpayers should be aware of several changes that affect returns for the 2022 tax year which could lead to smaller refunds for a number of filers, writes Tom Herman for The Wall Street Journal. Other changes could result in people who were expecting a refund ending up owing money for…
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Dividend-paying Stocks Are Helping Retirees Live Life of Luxury
Some retirees are enjoying a life of luxury thanks to investing in dividend-paying stocks, mutual funds, or ETFs, writes Jen Glantz for the Business Insider. Over time, the cash generated from distributions of stocks or cash to shareholders can supplement your income when you retire. Depending on how much money you invested in those stocks…
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These Tips Can Help Buyers Up Their Chances This Spring as the Housing Market Thaws
While the pandemic-fueled home-buying frenzy might be over, home buyers are still faced with a rough process this spring due to affordability and low inventory, writes Veronica Dagher for The Wall Street Journal. According to the National Association of Realtors, the median single-family existing-home price increased by four percent last year to $378,700. Mortgage rates…
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