by Sarah Bauder | Nov 28, 2019 | Portfolio Management
An option is a contract that enables an investor to buy (known as a call option) or sell (referred to as a put option) an underlying asset at a fixed price over a specific period of time. Classified as a derivative, most investors use options to supplement income or... by Sarah Bauder | Nov 28, 2019 | Portfolio Management
Stock trading newsletters have been in existence for decades, but their effectiveness has caused much debate. These subscription service newsletters provide things like stock recommendations or current market analysis. Yet, questions have arisen around just how... by Sarah Bauder | Nov 25, 2019 | Portfolio Management
Depending on the profile of the investor, alternative assets can be a good diversifying strategy when incorporated into IRA allocation. Alternative investments can include things like real estate, precious metals, cryptocurrencies, and hedge funds, amongst others.... by Sarah Bauder | Nov 20, 2019 | Precious Metals
With a bullish precious metals market, the price of gold and silver has risen exponentially. There’s no better time than now to invest in precious metals, yet one must be mindful of nefarious players whose sole aim is to defraud innocent investors. When it comes to... by Sarah Bauder | Nov 12, 2019 | Interviews
Sophisticated Investor is dedicated to providing investors useful and pertinent information on a myriad of topics including structured settlement investing, retirement planning, the best fixed annuity rates, cryptocurrencies, and precious metals. Brandon Renfro is a...