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Bigger Isn’t Always Better When It Comes to Financial Advice
Financial Planning Here’s why a smaller, independent adviser could be a better fit for your retirement-planning needs than the big-name institutions.
By Megan Clark, Investment Adviser Representative Last updated
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5 Tips for Dealing with Your Securities Broker
investing "Trust, but verify" is a good motto for dealing with the people who help you buy stocks. Here's how savvy investors can help protect themselves.
By Stephen P. Harbeck Published
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How Mutual Fund Assets Are Protected
investing There are several safeguards to insure your money is safe if a fund-management company goes bankrupt.
By Kimberly Lankford Published
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What Happens to Lehman’s Customers?
Financial Planning Their assets are protected, but there is some risk for those who invested in the company’s mutual funds and exchange-traded funds and notes.
By Anne Kates Smith Published
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Is Your Brokerage Account Safe?
insurance Most investors have several layers of protection if the firm that holds their stocks, bonds and other assets goes under.
By Kimberly Lankford Published
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Are E-Trade Accounts Still Safe?
investing There are several safeguards in place to protect your money if your broker goes bust.
By Kimberly Lankford Published
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