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Crypto exchange FTX quietly shops for brokerage start-ups amid move into stock trading, sources say

Crypto exchange FTX quietly shops for brokerage start-ups amid move into stock trading, sources say

FTX has been on the hunt to buy brokerage start-ups as the crypto exchange moves into stock trading and its CEO takes a stake in Robinhood, sources say.

4 years ago
Only 18% of Americans plan to increase their stock market investments this year, survey finds

Only 18% of Americans plan to increase their stock market investments this year, survey finds

Younger investors, including Gen Zs and millennials, are the most likely to say they'll boost stock market investments this year, a Bankrate.com survey found.

4 years ago
Here’s how this financial pro uses FinTok to reach the next generation of female investors

Here’s how this financial pro uses FinTok to reach the next generation of female investors

Brittney Castro found success connecting with young women who had been largely ignored by other financial advisors.

4 years ago
Buyers are making concessions to nab a home. Here’s what they’re doing

Buyers are making concessions to nab a home. Here’s what they’re doing

Some 58% of U.S. adults would be willing to take action to find housing that is more affordable, according to a Bankrate survey.

4 years ago
Student loan forgiveness could be around the corner. What to do while you wait

Student loan forgiveness could be around the corner. What to do while you wait

The White House could make an announcement on student loan forgiveness any day now. Here are some steps borrowers can take while they wait.

4 years ago
America's small businesses aren't ready for a cyberattack

America's small businesses aren't ready for a cyberattack

Small business owners consistently leave cybersecurity off their list of top risks. The level of threat is higher than they think, and customers are worried.

4 years ago
As college enrollment tanks, there's a growing push to celebrate students going into skilled trades

As college enrollment tanks, there's a growing push to celebrate students going into skilled trades

Career Signing Days are growing in popularity as more high school students consider a job in the skilled trades over college.

4 years ago
Creating a special needs trust? Here are the costs, what you need to know and who to use

Creating a special needs trust? Here are the costs, what you need to know and who to use

It's imperative that families shelter assets in special needs trusts to ensure impaired loved ones do not lose life-saving government financial support.

4 years ago
Crypto as currency: managing your financial life using digital coins

Crypto as currency: managing your financial life using digital coins

It's possible to live off of a salary paid in cryptocurrency but advisors caution clients virtual coins don't offer the same protections as cash or stocks.

4 years ago
These 10 companies help pay for their employees’ vacations

These 10 companies help pay for their employees’ vacations

While paid vacation days are a sought-after benefit, some employers are taking it a step further and giving workers money to help offset the cost of their trips

4 years ago
Here's what to consider before starting a side hustle

Here's what to consider before starting a side hustle

"There is more to life than just a single W-2," said Gorick Ng, author of "The Unspoken Rules."

4 years ago
Deciding How Much to Raise

Deciding How Much to Raise

Determining how much money to raise for a startup can be challenging – especially if the startup is seeking pre-seed or seed funding. Even once the company has calculated the operational costs to reach the next stage of growth, there … Continue reading

4 years ago
Here's what to consider before staring a side hustle

Here's what to consider before staring a side hustle

"There is more to life than just a single W-2," said Gorick Ng, author of "The Unspoken Rules."

4 years ago
What to think about when saving for near-term goals amid choppy markets, rising interest rates

What to think about when saving for near-term goals amid choppy markets, rising interest rates

If you're saving for a goal three to five years away, rising interest rates and liquidity should be top of mind. Here's how to decide where to put that cash.

4 years ago
A 'bear market' looms. What exactly does that mean?

A 'bear market' looms. What exactly does that mean?

"Bear market" is a term used by investors to describe a steep and sustained market downturn. Technically, it's a drop of 20% or more from recent highs.

4 years ago