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Mutual Fund Breakpoints 27 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
Find out if you are getting the mutual fund breakpoint discount that you're entitled to. The NASD requires that investors be given a discount on front-end mutual fund loads if they invest larger amoun...
Cold Calling Rules 26 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
The NASD places strict regulations on cold-calling practices by brokers. Cold callers may only call you between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. When they call, they must give you information about themselves includ...
The NASD 25 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
After other methods fail, go through the NASD to settle any disputes you have with your broker. The NASD, formerly known as the National Association of Securities Dealers, is a private organization ch...
Registering Your Investment Club with the SEC 24 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
Most investment clubs don't need to register with the SEC, but a few do. To get a detailed list of the scenarios that require SEC registration, visit the SEC Web site at www.sec.gov. Also contact your...
Late Trading 22 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
After the market closes at 4:00 pm Eastern Time, mutual fund trading must cease until the next day. Investors who trade mutual funds after the close of the market are engaging in "late trading," which...
Your Rights to Information 20 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) oversees the securities market and holds companies to high standards of public disclosure. The commission reviews informational documents from each company...
Coverdell ESA 19 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
Consider opening a Coverdell ESA for additional college investing. Formerly called the Education IRA, the Coverdell ESA is an investment vehicle that is exempt from income taxes as long as the funds a...
Who Gets the 529 Money 18 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
Don't worry that your children might blow their 529 funds on wild college parties. When you open 529 funds for your children or young relatives, you have control of the money in the account. This mean...
Gift Giving and 529 Funds 17 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
Let relatives know when you open 529 funds for your children. Contributions to the college investing plans make great gifts for young scholars. By giving to a child's college investment, your relative...
When to Not Use 529 Funds 16 Aug 2013 | 05:00 am
Of course you want the best for your kids, but don't sacrifice your own retirement to contribute to their 529 funds. There are grants, scholarships and low-interest student loans available to help pay...
