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Maybe you took a Personal Finance class in high school. The professor “gave” you $1,000 to invest at the beginning of the semester, and then checked it at the end of the semester so you could learn how stocks and bonds work? Okay, let’s up the ante. You control a billion dollars. Now, how are you going to invest that money?
Read MoreJust a few Palm Beach, Florida properties’ value adds up to $329 million. What makes them so valuable? Are they worth the prices they’re expected to bring? Take a look and judge for yourself.
Read MoreHow is the value of a professional sports team determined? Hint: It’s not the same way as a business or large corporation. There are factors that are much different and don’t always depend on sales.
Read MoreRead the second part of my blog series on sports franchises and investing in them. In Part 2 I discuss moving beyond just finding teams that are publicly traded to the private equity side of sports investing.
Read MoreHow would you like to own part of a professional sports franchise? You can - sort of - although what you’ll be able to buy won’t give you access to the boardroom or all those exclusive suites at team arenas. Read more about how and which teams the average person can invest in.
Read MoreSustainability isn’t just a buzzword in the food industry. It’s now an integral part of food production, distribution, and storage. What are the latest trends and methods in farming for sustainability?
Read MoreGreen energy investments and companies run by smart, ambitious people will, in the long run, serve you in good stead.
Read MoreYou may not have heard of robo-advisors, but for some people thinking about either beginning to invest in the stock market or who want “someone” to give them advice without paying large fees, a robo-advisor may fit the bill.
Read MoreOn May 26, 2022, a cryptocurrency called Dejutaru Tsuka (TSUKA) was launched anonymously on the Ethereum network. Soon after, a series of cryptic messages appeared within the blockchain that some believe are clues left by its mysterious developer.
Read MoreBlackRock Inc. (BLK) announced on August 4 the launch of a private trust that will hold bitcoin and seek to track the asset’s performance, with Coinbase (COIN) serving as the trust's custodian.
Read MoreRipple’s cryptocurrency, XRP, ran into legal problems about 18 months ago. The SEC sued, claiming it and some executive officers sold $1.3 billion worth of XRP in “unregistered digital asset securities sales” beginning in 2013. The final verdict, when it comes, could have far-reaching effects on the entire crypto world.
Read MoreWhile cryptocurrencies are decentralized and carry no nationality imprint, many of the other advantages have proven ephemeral. There have been major hacks and losses that tell us their security is not invincible.
Read MoreOver the past two years, the effects of COVID-19 have dramatically changed how and where we work. Organizations are preparing for their employees to return to the office, and much of the American workforce should plan on a different kind of workplace.
Read MoreHere are six ways you can put $1,000 to work. Each is simple and easy to do and involves minimum to no risk. Let’s take a look.
The stock market is close to a bear market. Inflation is at a 40-year high. Major retailers reported decent comparable sales numbers but fell short on earnings. People are spending, though, and are sitting on quite a bit of cash. So, what gives?
Read MoreI’ve always been a Mark Cuban fan. His imagination and fearlessness are admirable, especially in light of his latest venture, CostPlus Drug Company.
Read MoreMcLaren Special Operations (MSO) just announced the first steps in what it calls an "ambitious metaverse strategy." That strategy includes creating digital engagement by releasing NFTs and creating exclusive content through its metaverse-based MSO LAB.
Read MoreIn case you haven’t noticed, food shortages and higher prices are haunting us here in America. However, this goes well beyond our borders. Economists, aid organizations and government officials are warning of an increase in world hunger.
Read MoreWhen measuring the value of one currency against another, you are simultaneously buying one currency and selling another. This is known as “currency trading.” All currencies on this list are compared for their currency strength relative to the U.S. dollar. Let's take a look at the world’s strongest currencies.
Read MoreRecently I posted about the importance of understanding what a crypto wallet is and how to go about choosing the right one for you. In an effort to continue educating on this fascinating new subject, I’ve put together a companion piece that explores the topic of crypto exchanges.
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