Stocks tumble, but NJ expert says investors should hold steady
Ken Kamen, president of Hamilton-based Mercadien Asset Management, said the U.S. stock market is still within 5% of its all-time high.
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Is the health care industry a good investment right now?
Q. With the election and the mess Obamacare seems to be in, is this a good time to buy health companies?
Could this investment strategy soar?
Q. I am getting ready for a big long discussion with my stock broker. He wants to change some mutual funds.
Who is better at long-term investing: men or women?
Q. My girlfriend says she’s seen news reports that say women are better long-term investors than men. I don’t think there should be a difference. Can you explain why?
Understanding standard deviation
Q. What is standard deviation? And is it something I should consider before investing in a fund?
When a husband and wife disagree over investments
Q. I want to change from actively managed funds to index funds, but my wife says she likes the investments we have even though they are more expensive. What can I do to try to change her mind?
Where New Jersey’s 529 plan ranks on fees
All college savings plans are not created equal.
Investing without telling your spouse
Q. My husband doesn’t think I need an IRA but I do. I don’t work, but I know I can invest in an IRA anyway. Is there a way to do it so he doesn’t know? Like if I get statements online, etc.?
How to grow your portfolio while managing risk
How can I pick the best international investments without taking on too much risk? I’m seven years from retirement but I know I need growth. And what markets are looking good these days?
How you can take the choice out of investing
Q. I’ve always managed my own investments but with the recent stock market fall, I’ve considered using a target fund instead. What are the advantages and disadvantages?