Investing: An Introduction

The investment landscape can be extremely dynamic and ever-evolving. But those who take the time to understand the basic principles and the different asset classes stand to gain significantly over…

What Happened to Silicon Valley Bank?

Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) was shut down in March 2023 by the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation. Based in Santa Clara, California, the bank was shut down after…

What Is a Bank Sign-Up Bonus?

What Is a Bank Sign-Up Bonus? A bank sign-up bonus is a lump sum of cash you receive when signing up for a new bank account and fulfilling various requirements.…

Heart Disease: Does Too Much Caffeine Cause High Blood Pressure?

Researchers report that consuming more than 400 milligrams of caffeine per day can increase a person’s risk of cardiovascular disease. They say excessive caffeine from coffee, tea, energy drinks, and…

‘Real Housewives’ Star Says Drinking Alcohol While on Ozempic Made Her ‘Projectile Vomit’

Real Housewives of Dubai star Caroline Stanbury revealed that she “projectile vomited” at a bar while she was on Ozempic. Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and upset stomach are side effects associated…

How To Talk Like An Investor

When it comes to understanding the long and short of investing, most beginning investors must learn what seems like a new language. In fact, the phrase “the long and the short…

How To Be a Conservative Investor

Mention conservative investing, and people think of putting money away in the biggest, most stable and risk-averse enterprises and assets, which in turn guarantees safety of principal (if the invested…

What Happened to Signature Bank?

Signature Bank was shut down on March 12, 2023, after depositors withdrew large sums of money on the heels of the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB). Regulators feared continued…

How to Make Mobile Check Deposits

Millions of Americans regularly use mobile banking, including the ability to deposit checks with a mobile device. Depositing checks with a smartphone, a tablet, or another mobile device is fast,…

Medicare Price Cuts for 10 Common Prescription Drugs: What to Know

Medicare announced negotiated prices for 10 prescription drugs, ranging from 38% to 79% discounts on the drug list prices. Price negotiation resulted from a provision of the Inflation Reduction Act,…