Visit the Investment Center... - WECT TV6-WECT.com:News, weather & sports Wilmington, NC

Visit the Investment Center...More>>
Why Save?
Why Save?
Unfortunately, most Americans did not listen to their parents at a young age when they were told to start saving their pennies. More >>
The Magic Behind Retirement Accounts
The Magic of Retirement Accounts
While there is some method behind the magic of retirement accounts, the phenomenal growth of your savings may seem mystical without too much of your own doing. More >>
Stocks
What is a Stock?
A stock is simply a piece of a company. When a company feels that they are (or soon will be) profitable enough to pique the interest of investors, they “go public.” More >>
Mutual Funds
What is a Mutual Fund?
A mutual fund is a pool of stocks or bonds managed by professional investors and sold, in pieces, to common investors. More >>
What Is a 401k?
What Is a 401k?
We've been told that there is nothing more powerful for our retirement than starting a 401k. What is this magic tool and how does it work?More >>
What is an IRA?
What is an IRA?
IRA stands for “Individual Retirement Account.” Like a 401k, this tax-deferred (meaning the money is taxed upon removal only) savings plan was created by the IRS.More >>
CDs
CDs
“CD” stands for “certificate of deposit.” The idea is that you lend money to a bank for a set amount of time while accruing interest at a higher rate of return.More >>
Mutual Fund Glossary
Mutual Fund Glossary
Become familiar with the basic terms concerning the many types of mutual funds available, and fees associated with their purchase.More >>
What are the Benefits of an IRA?
What are the Benefits of an IRA?

More >>
An IRA (defined in “What Is an IRA”) has many benefits, when you can put as much money into the plan as possible without going into debt to support yourself at your current income level. More >>
Pros and Cons of CDs
Pros and Cons of CDs
There are many investment options out there. Knowing the pros and cons of each will help you make the right decision about which one is right for you. More >>
Mutual Funds: Do Your Homework Before You Buy
Mutual Funds: Do Your Homework Before You Buy
Before making any financial commitments review this checklist to make sure you’re really prepared. More >>
Bonds
Bonds
A bond is a loan that you make to a government organization (state or national), local municipality or a major corporation (such as Ford, GE, GM, etc). More >>
Mutual Funds: Open-ended vs. Closed-ended
Mutual Funds: Open-ended vs. Closed-ended
Open-ended, closed-ended... what does it all mean? More >>
7 Great Reasons to Invest in Government Bonds
7 Great Reasons to Invest in Government Bonds
Whether you're saving for a new home, car, vacation, education, retirement, or for a rainy day, U.S. Savings Bonds can help you reach your goals with safety, market-based yields, and tax benefits. More >>

Home Care Topics A to Z:

WECT News Poll

How likely are you to make stock trades in the next month?

Thank you for participating in our poll. Here are the results so far:

Not likely at all: 49%
Somewhat likely: 17%
Very likely: 18%
Without a doubt: 16%

WECT TV6-WECT.com:News, weather & sports Wilmington, NC Visit the Investment Center...

Visit the Investment Center...More>>

Why Save?

Why Save?

The Magic Behind Retirement Accounts

The Magic of Retirement Accounts

Stocks

What is a Stock?

Mutual Funds

What is a Mutual Fund?

What Is a 401k?

What Is a 401k?

What is an IRA?

What is an IRA?

CDs

CDs

Mutual Fund Glossary

Mutual Fund Glossary

What are the Benefits of an IRA?

What are the Benefits of an IRA?

Pros and Cons of CDs

Pros and Cons of CDs

Mutual Funds: Do Your Homework Before You Buy

Mutual Funds: Do Your Homework Before You Buy

Bonds

Bonds

Mutual Funds: Open-ended vs. Closed-ended

Mutual Funds: Open-ended vs. Closed-ended

7 Great Reasons to Invest in Government Bonds

7 Great Reasons to Invest in Government Bonds

WECT News Poll

How likely are you to make stock trades in the next month?

Explore WECT.com