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Learn how much Americans like you think they need to retire
Ever wonder how much you need to retire? Every year, Americans are asked how much they think they’ll need. The latest numbers may surprise you. đź“Š The Magic Number: $1.26 Million The average American believes they’ll need $1.26 million to retire comfortably. That’s a lot of money — but here’s the interesting part: you can…
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Grow Your Cash Emergency Fund
You can stress less once you have cash in an emergency fund. Cash to cover surprises. Just starting your cash emergency fund can make you feel better. Then keep it going and growing toward your target amount. Many advisors suggest it’s good to have an amount that covers key expenses for at least three months and…
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Learn Why Dividend Growth ETFs are part of Wealth Builder Portfolios
You may see Dividend Growth ETFs in Beanstox Wealth Builder portfolios. Learn why they are included and how they can benefit you. Sign up for Beanstox Plus to get your personalized Wealth Builder Portfolio. 1. The Basics: What are dividends? Dividends are payments that companies make to their investors from their earnings. These payments provide a…
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What is a Beanstox account?
The Seriously Simple way to pursue your investment goals. Your Gateway to Smart Investing You’ve heard it time and time again: investing is crucial to securing your financial future. But where do you start? With so many options and strategies out there, it can feel overwhelming. Enter Beanstox, an automated investing app designed specifically for:…
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Invest Like a Pro: Own Hundreds of Stocks with Just $100!
Discover the Magic of ETFs and Fractional Share Investing Imagine owning shares in major companies like Microsoft (MSFT), Amazon (AMZN), or Apple (AAPL), without having to break the bank. Sounds too good to be true, right? Well, buckle up, because we’re about to show you how Beanstox makes it possible for you to invest in…
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Fighting Back Against Inflation
It’s not every day that bananas make headlines, but they did exactly that when Trader Joe’s recently announced a price increase of their popular fruit for the first time in over twenty years. The 4-cent jump, from 19 to 23 cents, caught the attention of more than just banana buffs. It symbolizes a larger economic trend—inflation. It’s…
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Invest to Build Wealth: Why Earlier is Easier
Your Path to a Million by 65 Waiting to invest is easy to do. You might think there’s plenty of time, or that you’ll have more money to invest later, but that’s a common trap. Fortunately, Beanstox makes it just as easy to start now! Consider this. Even if you do increase your income later…
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ETFs: What are they? Why do we use them to invest for clients?
At Beanstox, we simplify investing for you by carefully selecting from thousands of Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), a type of investment option that is increasingly preferred by both large and small investors for their advantages in cost savings, tax efficiency, and potential diversification. Whether you’re interested in large company stocks, tech stocks, dividend growth, T-Bills,…
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Investing: Where ‘Participation Trophies’ Spell Victory
In the competitive world of sports, ‘participation trophies’ – those awards given to all players, win or lose, spark a lively debate. Critics argue they reward minimal effort over real achievement. However, when it comes to investing, the idea of “just showing up” could reveal a winning strategy. Minimal Effort, Real Achievement. “Investing is not…
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Give Yourself a Raise: How to Earn Extra Income Beyond Your 9 to 5
Looking forward to a pay raise? Why wait? Give yourself one. Smart saving and investing could give you the extra income you’ve been hoping for, or at the very least, offer a new perspective on earning a little extra dough. Be Smart with Your Extra Cash Investing isn’t just for the well-off or those with…