Mark Cannon

Mark Cannon

4 Easy Steps to Open an IRA and Start Investing Today

4 Easy Steps to Open an IRA and Start Investing Today

Opening an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) is a crucial step toward building a secure financial future, and fortunately, the process is simpler than you might think. Whether you're new to investing or looking to expand your retirement portfolio, an IRA can offer tax advantages, flexibility, and diverse investment possibilities.

New York Judge Blocks State’s Attempt to Close Bitcoin Mining

A recent decision by a New York judge has made waves in the ongoing tensions between environmental concerns and cryptocurrency operations. The court ruling blocked the state’s attempt to close a Bitcoin mining facility operated by the Greenidge Generation Holdings in the Finger Lakes region, adding yet another chapter to the complicated relationship between digital currency and environmental advocates

5 Steps to Start Investing in 2025: Beginner’s Guide to Financial Success

If you’re just starting your financial journey, knowing how to begin investing can feel overwhelming. 2025 can be your year to kickstart your work towards long-term financial growth, accumulate wealth, and secure your future. The good news is you don't need to be a finance expert to start investing. Regardless of your budget, timeline, or goals, the process doesn’t have to be complicated. This step-by-step guide will break down strategies for new investors looking to take their first steps into the world of investing.

Book Review JL Collins The Simple Path to Wealth

Book Review: JL Collins – The Simple Path to Wealth

Investing often feels like a labyrinthine world, brimming with technical jargon, intricate strategies, and the pressure of high-stakes decision-making. Many aspiring investors are left feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about where to begin. However, JL Collins’ book The Simple Path to…

Dollar-cost averaging explained

Dollar-Cost Averaging Explained

Imagine standing at the edge of a swimming pool, watching the water ripple as people jump in and out. Some dive straight in without hesitation, hoping they won’t land in the deep end. Others dip their toes cautiously, testing the…

Defensive Investing for a Calamity

Defensive Investing for a Calamity: A Guide for Investors

One classic example comes from the 2008 financial crisis. Investors who had heavily invested in volatile stocks or real estate lost significant portions of their wealth. But those who had a diversified, defensive portfolio—holding safer assets like bonds, gold, or dividend-paying stocks—saw far less damage and were even able to recover more quickly.