Andrew Beattie

Being named executor of an estate can be daunting for those who are unprepared for the task. However, taking some simple steps while the testator is living can make the job much easier. If you and the person who chose […]

Are you teaching your children about investing? As they become aware of money and other financial concepts, it’s important to familiarize them with investing and arm them with the know-how and tools to take with them into adult life. Key Takeaways Opening

What Is the Candle Makers’ Petition? The “Candle Makers’ Petition” is a satire of protectionist tariffs, written by French economist Frèdèric Bastiat in 1845. In many ways, it expanded on the free market argument against mercantilism set forth by Adam Smith, but

What makes the best entrepreneurs successful? For some, it’s patience and a reliance on feedback from close partners. For others, it’s superior knowledge and perseverance. For almost all, it’s being bold, taking risks, and trying things that have never been

Corporate sustainability is an approach to conducting business that creates sustainable, long-term shareholder, employee, consumer, and societal value. It pursues responsible environmental, social, and economic (or governance) strategies and it’s become a buzzword in companies big and small. Walmart Stores,

There are many reasons to feel uncomfortable investing in drug companies. For many investors targeting the next big pharmaceutical breakthrough, the biggest obstacle is knowing how to evaluate drug companies as investments. Another concern is whether these companies will be

Why are you investing? It’s OK if you have many different answers to this question, but there is a big problem if you have no answer at all. Investing is like driving—it is best done with your eyes open. Having

Apple (AAPL) made history on Aug. 2, 2018 by becoming the first publicly traded U.S. company to be valued at $1 trillion as measured by market capitalization. The company broke records again in August 2020 by becoming the first U.S.

Thinking about stocking up to save big? Buying in bulk from stores like Costco or Sam’s Club seems like a no-brainer for cutting costs, but here’s the surprising truth: it could actually be draining your wallet instead. While grabbing a

The word taxes bring shudders to many people. However, taxes aren’t necessarily a bad thing. On some level, your taxes fund services that benefit the public such as Social Security and Medicare. Paying too much, however, amounts to an interest-free