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Crypto – just a rock, or a good investment? (debate got wild)

Sara Grillo

I am a CFA® charterholder and I used to be a financial advisor. I have a weekly newsletter in which I talk about financial advisor lead generation topics which is best described as “fun and irreverent.” This is where advisors would do better if we are held to a clinical standard. So please subscribe!

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How to Invest $500: 13 Ways to Grow Your Money

Good Financial Cents

The key to making your $500 grow is to put in an investment that suits your risk tolerance and goals and add more regularly. If you want to start investing but feel overwhelmed at the prospect of researching options and building your portfolio, that’s precisely what robo-advisors are for. Invest in the Stock Market .

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16 Smart Ways to Invest $15,000 for the Long Haul

Good Financial Cents

Betterment makes it easy to invest automatically, and they ask you questions to assess your risk tolerance and get a better handle on your goals. This compares very favorably to the 1% or more that most financial advisors charge. My Betterment investing review explains how the platform works. Learn more about Betterment.