The End of 4-year Universities
Imagine the ability to receive a 4-year university degree for $234 in six months and being able to land a $60k salary right after graduation. Sounds like a dream right? Well Google’s 6-month certificate program is making this dream a reality. Find out how Google’s $39 per month courses stack up against a 4-year university and how this may change how we view higher education going forward.
Should We Be Worried About a Rise in Inflation?
In May of 2021, according to the US consumer price index, a variety of common household goods rose 5% compared to May of 2020. That gain was larger than anticipated by the US federal reserve and economists, and is the largest increase in prices since the summer of 2008. Is this level of inflation something you need to worry about?
Starlink - Internet for All
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the need for internet access has become even more essential, but globally only 65.6% of people have access to the internet. Starlink, a subsidiary company of SpaceX, aims to tackle this issue using thousands of interconnected satellites orbiting around the Earth. Learn about how Starlink competes with fiber optics technology and how it will reach its customers.
Insurance Meets Tech
2/3 of Americans are willing to allow insurance companies to track sensitive wearable device data, like footsteps and exercise time, as well as track telematics devices for vehicles, such as speed and distance travelled, in exchange for benefits and discounts. As insurance companies collect more personal and private data, one may wonder, how far can this trend continue?
Good Debt V. Bad Debt
25% of Americans felt worried or stressed because of their debt in April 2021, but should they be?
There are differences between the types of debt people hold. Some deserve all the worry they induce, while others should let you dream of a more financially secure future. Read more to find out what is considered good debt vs. bad debt.
Crypto Savings Accounts
Crypto Savings Accounts are offering rates of 8% APY or more, which is well above the national average of savings accounts in the US at 0.04% APY. What are the differences between these accounts? Are they safe? Should you open one?
When is The Next Market Correction?
Real Estate, the S&P 500, and Green Energy Stocks are all at all time highs. Is the market due for a correction?
Learn about some indicators that may point to a market correction in the near future, and how you should prepare.
COVID Winners & Losers
Since the market crash in March 2020, we have witnessed a “double bull-run” with stocks that benefit from COVID and stocks that don’t. Take a look back at how the markets shifted over time and get insight into where stocks may be going from here.
Monday Market Recap - April 19, 2021
U.S. Jobless Claims fell by nearly 200,000; lowest level in 13 months. Retail sales rose 9.8% higher in March thanks to a jump in spending at bars and restaurants. CDC says fewer than 6,000 Americans have contracted Covid after being fully vaccinated.
Baby Boomers Jumping Into Crypto
Bitcoin has been catching the attention of all investors, including baby boomers, in the last 12 months, reaching a market cap over $1 Trillion and soaring over 800%.
NFTs - What are they & why are they so popular?
NFT’s have been highly sought after, due to celebrity spotlighting, viral sales, and the continued push for finding value in a digital space.
The Amazon Advantage
Many know Amazon as the e-commerce giant that has dominated nearly every sector of retail, but most don’t know them as a notable financial service provider.
Real Estate Is Picking Up
Through the COVID-19 pandemic, one topic that has continued to loom on investor’s minds is a potential real estate rental crisis.
Avoiding Bad ETFs
Most newly launched ETFs don’t make it to their third birthday. Read more to find out why.
Welcome To The Team, Jonas Tressel!
We are happy to share that we have hired recent graduate Jonas Tressel as a new member of our team.