Kevin Mercadante

Best Credit Cards for FICO Credit Scores Between 600 – 649

If your FICO credit score falls between 600 and 649, it could hurt your chances of being approved for some of the more popular rewards credit cards, but it doesn’t completely put you out of the game. Here is our list of the best credit cards for FICO scores in the 600-649 range.

Best Artificial Intelligence (AI) ETFs for 2025

Artificial intelligence is all over the news these days, and opinions on the future of AI are wide-ranging. Whether you are embracing AI or not, it seems destined to play a big role in our future. If you want to invest in AI companies, here are 5 Artificial Intelligence ETFs worth checking out.

How to Invest in Startups & Pre-IPO Private Companies

There was a time when only the wealthiest investors could invest in startups and pre-IPO companies. But that's no longer the case. Here are eleven brokers and investment platforms that allow some type of startup and pre-IPO investing option, for regular investors. However, before you invest, make sure you understand the risks involved.

Best Index Funds for Beginners in 2025

Index funds are an excellent choice for all investors. But they're especially valuable for beginners, offering broad exposure to the financial markets while removing the guess work that's involved with picking your own individual stocks. Here are the best index ETFs and mutual funds available today.

The Best Credit Cards for FICO Credit Scores of 650-699

A FICO credit score between 650 and 699 is considered "middle of the pack." Some lenders would say that it represents fair credit, while others use the term, average. But what types of credit cards can you qualify for with a FICO score between 650 and 699? Learn more.

How to Buy Treasury Bonds and Bills

Treasury bonds and bills are among the safest investments you can make, and the rates are very attractive right now. But should you buy them from the US Treasury, your bank, an online broker, or inside an investment fund? This article covers everything you need to know about buying Treasury bonds and bills.

How to Buy TikTok Stock 

TikTok is one of the fastest-growing social media platforms in the world, challenging Facebook, Instagram, and other social media giants. So it's only natural that investors would want to get in on the action. Unfortunately, investing in TikTok is not as easy as using the platform.

How Does the Kiddie Tax Work and Can You Avoid Paying It?

The kiddie tax is designed to prevent parents from shifting assets to their children’s names to avoid paying taxes at their own tax rates. But how does the kiddie tax work, and are there ways you can avoid paying it? Here are some tax strategies that may help.

Best Credit Cards for FICO Credit Scores Between 500 – 599 

If your FICO credit score is under 600, trying to borrow money can feel like a hopeless situation. The good news is that there are credit cards you can get even if you struggle with poor credit. Here are five secured credit cards for people with credit scores between 500 and 599.

What is a 1031 Exchange?

If you’re a real estate investor or plan to be, you need to be familiar with a 1031 exchange, which is a strategy that enables you to sell one property in exchange for another without incurring taxes in the process. In this article, I explain how the 1031 exchange works and cover the various types, as well as the risks and benefits.

What Is a Covered Call? Understanding the Risks Involved

A covered call is based on a call option or the right to buy a security at a specific price. It differs from a regular call option in that the seller of the option owns the underlying securities in the trade. In this article, I explain how covered calls work and the risks involved.

Motley Fool Alternatives: 5 Stock-Picking Services to Consider

The Motley Fool is one of the investment industry's most popular stock-picking platforms. But while they boast more than 1 million premium members, there are several other stock-picking services out there. In this article, I give you a brief overview of The Motley Fool and introduce you to five solid alternatives.

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