The pandemic supercharged the growth of telemedicine and digital health services. Here we'll check out the best telemedicine ETFs to capture telehealth exposure in . Introduction - Why Telemedicine Stocks? As with most disruptive technologies, consumers were wary at first of a digital model for healthcare. Then the 2020 pandemic hit, forcing people to stay inside … [Read more...] about A Telemedicine ETF To Invest in Telehealth in 2024
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I Bonds Explained (US Savings Bonds) – Ultimate Guide (2024)
I bonds are low-risk, inflation-linked savings bonds from the U.S. government. Here we'll review why, when, where, and how to buy them. Update - January 2023: I bonds are now paying a composite rate of 6.89% for savings bonds issued between November 1, 2022 and April 30, 2023. I Bonds Video Prefer video? Watch it here: Introduction - Inflation and the … [Read more...] about I Bonds Explained (US Savings Bonds) – Ultimate Guide (2024)
JEPI ETF Review – JPMorgan Equity Premium Income ETF
JEPI is a covered call ETF for the S&P 500 Index designed to mitigate volatility and generate income. But is it a good investment? I review it here. JEPI ETF Review Video Prefer video? Watch it here: Introduction - What Is JEPI and How Does It Work? JEPI is an income ETF from J.P. Morgan. It's called the JPMorgan Equity Premium Income ETF. In a … [Read more...] about JEPI ETF Review – JPMorgan Equity Premium Income ETF
Sharpe Ratio vs. Sortino vs. Calmar – Risk Adjusted Return
In this post I explore what risk-adjusted return is and some different ways to measure it, including Sharpe, Sortino, and Calmar ratios. Introduction - What Is Risk Adjusted Return? So we explored the concept of portfolio risk here recently. A good armchair definition of risk is the permanent loss of capital, though many erroneously conflate volatility - the … [Read more...] about Sharpe Ratio vs. Sortino vs. Calmar – Risk Adjusted Return
Portfolio Risk Explained – How To Think About Risk and Volatility
In using the term "risk," different investors and advisors mean different things. There are several different types and definitions of portfolio risk. Some are more useful than others. Here we'll explore how to think about risk and volatility when it comes to investing. Portfolio Risk Defined So I think it's important to qualify and define what exactly we're … [Read more...] about Portfolio Risk Explained – How To Think About Risk and Volatility
The 5 Best T Bill ETFs (Treasury Bills) To Park Cash in 2024
T Bills are ultra-short-term treasury bonds backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government. Here we'll check out the best T Bill ETFs to buy treasury bills in . T Bill ETFs Video Prefer video? Watch it here: Introduction - Why T Bills ETFs? T Bills, short for treasury bills, are just ultra-short-term bonds from the U.S. government. These … [Read more...] about The 5 Best T Bill ETFs (Treasury Bills) To Park Cash in 2024
The 10 Best ETFs for Retirement Portfolios in 2024
Retirees have unique needs when it comes to their investment portfolios. Here I've assembled what I think are the best ETFs for retirement portfolios in . Retirement ETFs Video Prefer video? Watch it here: Introduction - What Retirees Need From ETFs Obviously, many ETFs are perfectly suitable for both the young investor at age 20 and the retiree at age … [Read more...] about The 10 Best ETFs for Retirement Portfolios in 2024
HNDL ETF Review – Is HNDL a Good Investment? (7HANDL™ ETF)
HNDL is a proprietary fund-of-funds income ETF from Strategy Shares with a target 7% yield. But is it a good investment? I review it here. Introduction - What Is HNDL and How Does It Work? HNDL is fund-of-funds ETF from Strategy Shares. The sub-advisor is Rational Capital LLC. "Fund-of-funds" just means it's a single fund that holds other funds inside it. HNDL is … [Read more...] about HNDL ETF Review – Is HNDL a Good Investment? (7HANDL™ ETF)
DIVO ETF Review – Amplify CWP Enhanced Dividend Income ETF
DIVO is an income ETF from Amplify. It uses active management to select blue chip stocks and then write covered calls on them. I review it below. Video Prefer video? Watch it here: Introduction - What Is DIVO and How Does It Work? DIVO is an ETF from Amplify, the folks who brought you SWAN. Its name is the Amplify CWP Enhanced Dividend Income ETF. As the … [Read more...] about DIVO ETF Review – Amplify CWP Enhanced Dividend Income ETF
NUSI ETF Review – Is NUSI a Good Investment?
NUSI is an option collar strategy ETF for the NASDAQ 100 Index designed to manage risk and generate income. But is it a good investment? I review it here. NUSI ETF Review Video Prefer video? Watch it here: Introduction - What Is NUSI and How Does It Work? Nationwide makes ETFs. This one is called the Nationwide Risk-Managed Income ETF. NUSI is an option … [Read more...] about NUSI ETF Review – Is NUSI a Good Investment?
2 Best Emerging Markets Value ETFs for 2024 (Not AVEM or AVES)
Emerging Markets have paid a significant risk premium historically. So have Value stocks. Here are the best Emerging Markets Value ETFs to capture this narrow intersection across different cap sizes. Spoiler: They're not AVEM or AVES. Introduction - Why Emerging Markets Value ETFs? If you've landed on this page because you're looking for an Emerging Markets Value … [Read more...] about 2 Best Emerging Markets Value ETFs for 2024 (Not AVEM or AVES)
The 7 Best Ecommerce ETFs for Online Shopping Stocks in 2024
Ecommerce is exploding. The global pandemic accelerated that shift to shopping online from retailers. Here we look at the best ecommerce ETFs to ride this trend in . Introduction - Why Ecommerce Stocks? People shop online. Period. Look at the huge growth of companies like Amazon. Commerce is going digital, away from traditional brick-and-mortar stores. This has … [Read more...] about The 7 Best Ecommerce ETFs for Online Shopping Stocks in 2024
Factor Tank Portfolio – Maximum Diversification – Details & ETFs
Here's how to start with asset class and geographical diversification and then overlay factor diversification. I've called it the Factor Tank Portfolio. Introduction - Volatility, Risk, Drawdowns, and Diversification Before diving into the components of this portfolio, I have to talk about its purpose and the ideas behind its approach. Volatility is the … [Read more...] about Factor Tank Portfolio – Maximum Diversification – Details & ETFs
Neapolitan Portfolio – A Simple Diversified 3-Asset Portfolio
I designed the Neapolitan Portfolio for those wanting the simplest approach to maximum diversification across asset classes. Below are the details on its components and fund selection. Introduction - Volatility, Risk, Drawdowns, and Diversification Volatility is the variability of return of a portfolio. It's the measurement of the degree of its up-and-down … [Read more...] about Neapolitan Portfolio – A Simple Diversified 3-Asset Portfolio
3 Best SPAC ETFs To Invest in SPACs in 2024 – But Should You?
SPACs are hot right now. Should you invest in them? Maybe. Are they just a fad? Only time will tell. Here we'll explore what SPACs are, talk about their characteristics and risks, and check out the best SPAC ETFs to invest in SPACs in . Introduction - What Are SPACs? SPACs are Special Purpose Acquisition Companies. They are companies that merge with or acquire … [Read more...] about 3 Best SPAC ETFs To Invest in SPACs in 2024 – But Should You?
Improving M1 Finance’s Ultra Conservative Portfolio Pie
M1 Finance provides Expert Pies that are pre-built portfolios available for you to invest in if you prefer not to choose your own investments. They are comprised of low-cost Vanguard ETF's. This is ideal for the investor who wants a lazy portfolio to be completely hands-off. M1's category of "General Investing" Expert Pies allow you to select a portfolio based on your personal … [Read more...] about Improving M1 Finance’s Ultra Conservative Portfolio Pie
Improving M1 Finance’s Conservative Portfolio Expert Pie
M1 Finance provides Expert Pies that are pre-built portfolios available for you to invest in if you prefer not to choose your own investments. They are comprised of mostly - and in some cases entirely - low-cost Vanguard ETFs. This is ideal for the investor who wants a lazy portfolio to be completely hands-off. M1's category of "General Investing" Expert Pies allow you to … [Read more...] about Improving M1 Finance’s Conservative Portfolio Expert Pie
Improving M1 Finance’s Moderately Conservative Portfolio Pie
M1 Finance provides Expert Pies that are pre-built portfolios available for you to invest in if you prefer not to choose your own investments. They are comprised of low-cost Vanguard ETF's. This is ideal for the investor who wants a lazy portfolio to be completely hands-off. M1's category of "General Investing" Expert Pies allow you to select a portfolio based on your personal … [Read more...] about Improving M1 Finance’s Moderately Conservative Portfolio Pie
Improving M1 Finance’s Moderate Portfolio Expert Pie
M1 Finance provides Expert Pies that are pre-built portfolios available for you to invest in if you prefer not to choose your own investments. They are comprised of low-cost Vanguard ETF's. This is ideal for the investor who wants a lazy portfolio to be completely hands-off. M1's category of "General Investing" Expert Pies allow you to select a portfolio based on your personal … [Read more...] about Improving M1 Finance’s Moderate Portfolio Expert Pie
Improving M1 Finance’s Ultra Aggressive Portfolio Pie
M1 Finance provides Expert Pies that are pre-built portfolios available for you to invest in if you prefer not to choose your own investments. They are comprised of low-cost Vanguard ETF's. This is ideal for the investor who wants a lazy portfolio to be completely hands-off. M1's category of "General Investing" Expert Pies allows you to select a portfolio based on your personal … [Read more...] about Improving M1 Finance’s Ultra Aggressive Portfolio Pie