Yield Curve, Does It Matter?
A yield curve is a graph that shows the interest rates investors earn on federal bond commitments with different lengths of time until...
Tulip Mania!
Tulip Mania was a speculative bubble that took place in the Dutch Republic during the 1600s. Prices for rare tulip bulbs rose to...
Margarine and Shorts
First, what is margin? Margin is a collateralized loan from your custodian that lets you control more exposure than your cash balance....
Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis is a method used to estimate the value of an investment based on its expected future cash flows. The principle behind DCF is that money today is worth more than the same amount in the future due to the time value of money. To perform a DCF, you do the […]
The cost of carry related to raw land refers to the ongoing expenses associated with holding a parcel of land over time. These costs are incurred regardless of whether the land is being actively developed or used. The cost of carry is important for landowners, developers, or investors to consider when evaluating the financial implications […]
Best execution, in the context of brokerage transactions, refers to the obligation of brokers to execute client orders in a way that maximizes the value of the trade for the client. This concept ensures that brokers prioritize the client’s interests by striving to obtain the best possible price and overall outcome when executing a trade. […]
Understanding Tax-Adjusted Yield in Municipal Securities Municipal securities (munis) are debt instruments issued by government entities to fund public projects. A key advantage of munis is that their interest income is often exempt from federal income tax, and sometimes from state and local taxes. The tax-adjusted yield helps investors compare the after-tax return of municipal […]
Investing in marketable carbon credits offers several key opportunities: The information in this post was compiled by S. Zachary Fineberg, CFP(r) Managing Member of Fineberg Wealth Management, LLC, a registered investment advisor. If you would like to schedule a consultation to discuss how Fineberg Wealth Management can help you reach your long-term financial goals, please make contact […]
These days, it is not uncommon to move from employer to employer every few years. During these transitions it can be all too easy to leave your 401(k) or 403(b) with your old employer. Here are three quick and simple reasons why you should stay organized and consider rolling these old accounts into an IRA […]
It is always exciting to see people in their twenties beginning to save for retirement. They are making life so much easier on themselves by harnessing the power of compound interest. The following chart assumes a theoretical 6.5% annual investment return, a $5,500 annual contribution to a Roth IRA, and a retirement age of 65. Using […]
A hedge is an investment position intended to offset potential losses/gains that may be incurred as a result of a particular risk or vulnerability. In simple language, a hedge is used to reduce any substantial losses/gains suffered by an investor or institution. Hedging Against Inflation Certain investments are very vulnerable to the erosive effects of inflation. Consider […]
Bond prices and interest rates have what is called an inverse relationship. This means that when one goes up the other goes down. To understand why this is the case, let’s look at an example. Suppose you purchased a treasury bond for $1000 that was issued with a 3% yield. At the time you purchased […]
