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You might have heard this term thrown around a few times while talking to investor friends or simply doing your research. The term? Seven companies known as the “Magnificent 7,” these stocks are not just popular—they’re powerful. They have shaped the market in remarkable ways and continue to attract attention. Each one is a powerhouse, but together, they dominate the market. Let’s dive into what these stocks are and why they matter.

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Stocks

September 25, 2024 David

Is Johnson & Johnson a Good Stock?

Ok folks, I got another healthcare stock that you will enjoy. These companies perform very well in any market climate. The topic of today’s article is Johnson & Johnson. Johnson & Johnson is a large multinational corporation with more than 275 subsidiaries, and operations in more than 60 countries. This means they cover everything from medicine to household products. However, Is Johnson & Johnson a Good Stock to buy?

Stocks ETFs, REITs, Mutual Funds, Index Funds

September 18, 2024 David

Should You Bet on Vici Properties?

When considering investments, the stock market can feel like a rollercoaster ride. One name that keeps popping up in conversations lately is Vici Properties. It is widely knowing as the gambling REIT due to its tenants. Some of these you will know right away, such tenants are Caesars Palace Las Vegas, MGM Grand and the Venetian Resort Las Vegas. They have 54 gaming properties! That is an insane number to have in Vegas. However, is Vici Properties a good stock to buy? Let’s take a closer look at what makes this company tick and whether it’s a wise choice for your portfolio.

Informational

September 11, 2024 David

Never Forget 9/11

This post is here to remind everyone about the tragedy that befell the United States of America on September 11th, 2001. Over 2,996 people lost their lives that day. Horrible moment in time in our countries history. However, the one good thing to happen is our country came together as one for the first time in a long time. I pray we can come together again and push this country in the right direction.

Interviews

September 10, 2024 David

The Day the Lights Almost Went Out

The title of this article sounds like a movie or a good book. I’d probably watch it or read it because of the title if I am honest. I wish it was that. A fictional story that you dive into and when it is done you walk away from. I wish it were the case. Maybe then my life wouldn’t of turned out how it did or the thousands of regrets I have wouldn’t exist. It is a shame we can not go back in time. There is so much I would fix. I would of made the most of life and made so many memories. Sadly, this isn’t so. So I push on and hope the memories I make now make up for the ones I lost back then. With today being World Suicide Prevention Day, I wanted to share my story.

WARNING – This article will discuss suicide and depression. If this topic makes you uncomfortable, please do not read any further.

Budgets and Debts

September 9, 2024 David

Emergency Fund: Your Safety Net for Life’s Surprises

Life loves to throw curveballs. It is an equal opportunist in messing things up. You never know what will happen tomorrow, next week, next year, or 10 years from now. People love to assume that everything will be ok and nothing bad will ever happen to them. If only life was actually like that, that would be lovely. However, life does not work that way. Far too often we find ourselves in situations where money is the main problem. Lacking the financial means to resolve the situation only compounds the issue.

Portfolio Update

September 6, 2024 David

August 2024 Portfolio Update

I came close to hitting last years numbers. The reason for the decline, and this is for my new followers, is because I sold a lot of bad high yield traps from my 1st year investing. I reinvested that money into more quality stocks. Even with the change, I came close to $17 this year. I am happy with this.

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