Successful investing is often as much a matter of psychology as strategy. The human brain can be its own worst enemy, so people who follow their instincts often make mistakes that cost them money. One of the tricks to successful investing is understanding the psychology of good investing and training your own brain to respond in the right ways at the right time. Maintain Discipline A disciplined mind is a … [Read more...] about The Psychology of Successful Investing
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The 10 Worst Mistakes First-Time Investors Can Make
Make no mistake: investing is tough, especially for beginners with only a rough idea of what they're doing. Here are ten of the worst mistakes that first-time investors make, as well as some sound advice on how to avoid these pitfalls. 1. Assuming They Need Tons of Money Technology has changed the world of investing to the point where it's nearly unrecognizable. Whereas you once needed a broker and a wad of cash to start … [Read more...] about The 10 Worst Mistakes First-Time Investors Can Make
10 Countries that Secure the Most Direct International Investments
Every year, trillions of dollars are traded and exchanged worldwide between several countries. Some countries receive more money than others while other countries invest more than others. Every state does this for different reasons. In this article, I am going to be going over the top 10 nations that receive the most foreign direct investment. 10. France The country of France collected $42.3 billion dollars worth of net foreign direct investment. After Tokyo, Paris is host to the second most multinational headquarters. 9. India Back in … [Read more...] about 10 Countries that Secure the Most Direct International Investments
5 Global Danger Zones that may Prove Highly Volatile for International Investors
Globalism has ushered in an era where the interconnectedness of international markets has grown more complex than ever before. The days when investors could primarily focus on domestic economic indicators has long passed. Investors now must closely watch world events, which have the power to drastically change the value of their investments, both in U.S. and international markets. Volatility is the primary symptom of international events. From an investor's perspective, this volatility can be a blessing or pure poison, depending on their mix … [Read more...] about 5 Global Danger Zones that may Prove Highly Volatile for International Investors
Shipping Container Investing 101
Many investors these days are looking for alternatives to traditional stocks and bonds that can help to diversify their portfolios. Some alternative investments, such as REITs and peer-to-peer lending, have attracted a great deal of attention and become quite mainstream. Others, however, have remained little-known to the point that most investors aren't even aware of their existence. Investing in shipping containers is a form of investment that falls into the latter category, but which can be surprisingly lucrative. Here's what you need to know … [Read more...] about Shipping Container Investing 101