Azzad Portfolios Again Achieve ‘Top Guns’ Status from Informa Investment Solutions
Falls Church, Virginia, Nov. 20, 2018 — Azzad Asset Management announced today that three of its investment portfolios have been recognized as PSN Top Guns for time periods ending September 30, 2018. The firm’s small cap growth, small cap value, and REIT (real estate investment trust) strategies received the distinction from Informa Investment Solutions’ PSN […]
Year-end investment tips
Just what you need, right? One more time-consuming task to be taken care of between now and the end of the year. But taking a little time to make some strategic saving and investing decisions before December 31 can affect not only your long-term ability to meet your financial goals but also the amount of […]
How safe are your retirement savings in a bankruptcy?
How safe are your retirement savings in a bankruptcy? Are they at risk if you roll over a 401(k) to an IRA? In most cases, your 401(k) funds qualify for creditor protection under a federal law known as ERISA. ERISA contains a special clause that basically blocks your 401(k) money from the reach of most […]
IRA do’s and don’ts for 2019
The end of the year will be here before you know it. Consider making the following IRA tips into New Year’s resolutions and start 2019 on the right foot. NOTE: If you’re interested in starting a traditional 401(k), profit-sharing, or pension plan for year 2018, Azzad’s deadline is December 1). Check IRA and employer plan […]
Quiz: What’s your risk number?
Over the past two days, we watched markets drop as they haven’t done since February: the Dow is down 1,400 points, and the NASDAQ is near correction territory. If you’re feeling anxious about it, there’s a decent chance it can be traced to one of two things: missing context or misaligned risk appetite. CONTEXT Over […]
Pop quiz: When did the Dow last drop as much as it did today?
Short answer: Who cares? You’re not selling today, so don’t fret. Longer answer: The last time was eight months ago, but let’s put things in context. The Dow dropped by more than 800 points today — an amount that definitely catches attention. But in the grand scheme of things, it’s just a blip on the […]
Is it time for a reckoning in stocks?
Is it time for stocks to sell off? In light of the 10th anniversary of the collapse of Lehman Brothers last month, we should remember that it’s a mistake to be complacent about what could happen in markets. Extreme economic and financial events are far more likely to occur than we like to believe. But […]
Should you save for a child’s education in your name or theirs?
There are three potential drawbacks to saving money for a child’s education under his or her own name: the kiddie tax, federal financial aid rules, and control issues. First, the kiddie tax. At one time, saving money for college in a child’s name was recommended because of the tax saving opportunities that resulted when children […]
Understanding capital gains in light of new tax laws
The U.S. stock market this year has given total returns so far of close to 10 percent, which is a good thing for investors. But with the exception of savings in retirement accounts such as 401(k)s and individual retirement accounts (IRAs), Uncle Sam will probably take a cut of your newfound wealth in capital gains tax. […]
People debating Nike’s Kaepernick ads are missing an opportunity: Using shareholder activism to make their voices heard.
Sportswear company Nike has received both praise and condemnation for its decision to make former NFL quarterback and racial justice advocate Colin Kaepernick the face of its 30th anniversary “Just Do It” campaign. Many astute commentators have already noted that Nike, as a giant, publicly traded corporation, is laser-focused on making profits and maximizing value […]
