A 529 Plan is a form of investment, with certain tax advantages, that is directed towards providing the recipient of the plan financial security regarding costs of attending university or college. Currently there exist two kinds of plans. One kind[...]

A bond is a form of debt security, where the issuer (or debtor) borrows a defined amount of money from the lender (or creditor) for a fixed term. When the bond reaches maturity (the date at which the loan ends),[...]

Similar to stocks, an exchange-traded fund is a form of investment fund that is also traded or exchanged on the stock market. These also include assets from stocks to bonds and typically trade near the same overall worth. They are[...]

Futures trading is the process of buying or selling some predetermined asset at a mutually-agreed upon price. This agreement is called a futures contract and it is paid out on a specified delivery date, which is usually in the future.[...]

A hedge fund is a type of investment fund that is actively managed by a private party. Hedge funds are a source of investment for various markets, instruments, and strategies. They fall under the jurisdiction and regulations of the country[...]