Investment | Bryan Foronjy

Investing should be easy – just buy low and sell high – but most of us have trouble following that simple advice. There are principles and strategies that may enable you to put together an investment portfolio that reflects your risk tolerance, time horizon, and goals. Understanding these principles and strategies can help you avoid some of the pitfalls that snare some investors.

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$1 million in a diversified portfolio could help finance part of your retirement.

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See how switching to bi-weekly mortgage payments could reduce interest and shorten your loan.

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Compare how the same contribution grows differently in taxable versus tax-deferred accounts.

How Compound Interest Works

Explore how compound interest can grow your money over time with this interactive tool.

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See how extra payments toward your student loans could shorten your payoff timeline.

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See what it takes in monthly contributions and time to reach a million-dollar savings goal.

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What Can a Million Dollars Buy You?

$1 million in a diversified portfolio could help finance part of your retirement.

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What Smart Investors Know

Savvy investors take the time to separate emotion from fact.

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