One way to start investing in real estate without the need for a large chunk of capital is to buy shares of a real estate investment trust, or REIT.| Bankrate
Dividend stocks can be a great way for investors to benefit from a company's profit. Over time, dividends can have a big impact on the total return investors earn.| Bankrate
Investing in small-cap ETFs can provide attractive returns as long as they’re purchased at sensible prices, but there are some drawbacks to be aware of.| Bankrate
Everything you need to know about the best index funds and ten of the top mutual funds and ETFs to consider adding to your portfolio this year.| Bankrate
The Standard & Poor's 500 index is an ironic name for one of the best collections of stocks in the world, one that has returned investors about 10 percent annually over long periods of time.| Bankrate
Large-cap stocks and small-cap stocks – the two sound similar, but offer entirely different risk profiles as well as potential for returns. Knowing how to discern between the two is crucial when building out your own portfolio and managing investment expectations.| Bankrate