Investing & wealth building
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Free guides and tools on index funds, 401(k) optimization, IRA comparisons and dividend income. Start with the basics, then go deeper.
- Read guideGuideBeginner15 min read
Beginner's guide to index funds
Learn why index funds are the perfect starting point for new investors and how to build a diversified portfolio.
- Read guideGuideIntermediate12 min read
401(k) optimization strategies
Maximize your employer match and optimize your 401(k) contributions for maximum retirement savings.
- Read guideComparisonBeginner10 min read
Roth IRA vs traditional IRA
Compare the two main IRA types and discover which one is better for your financial situation.
- Use toolToolBeginner7 min
Investment risk calculator
Assess your risk tolerance and get personalized investment recommendations based on your profile.
- Read guideGuideBeginner8 min read
Dollar-cost averaging strategy
Learn how to reduce investment risk through systematic investing and market timing independence.
- Read guideGuideIntermediate18 min read
Dividend investing masterclass
Build passive income through dividend-paying stocks and create a sustainable income stream.
Your investment journey
Each milestone unlocks the next step. Cover the basics before reaching for advanced strategies.
$1,000
Emergency fund first
Build your emergency fund before investing
$5,000
Start investing
Open your first investment account
$25,000
Diversify portfolio
Expand beyond basic index funds
$100,000
Wealth building
Consider advanced strategies
Essential investment tips
Start investing early - time is your greatest asset
Diversify across different asset classes and sectors
Keep investment fees low with index funds and ETFs
Don't try to time the market - stay consistent
Rebalance your portfolio annually
Invest in what you understand
Take advantage of tax-advantaged accounts first
Dollar-cost average to reduce volatility risk
Try our investment calculator
See how your investments could grow over time with compound interest. Input your monthly contribution and see the power of long-term investing.
- Monthly investment
- $500
- Annual return
- 7%
- After 30 years
- $1.37M
By the numbers
What the data says
- Year-end 2024
$38,176
Median 401(k) balance among Vanguard plan participants
The average is $148,153, skewed by large accounts
Source: Vanguard, How America Saves 2025 - 2022 survey
$192,900
Median net worth of US families
The mean is about $1.06 million, pulled up by the wealthiest households
Source: Federal Reserve, Survey of Consumer Finances - July 2025
14%
US adults who own cryptocurrency
Source: Gallup
National figures from the sources shown, as of the period on each card. They are context, not a forecast or advice for your situation.
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