At exactly 12:00 AM on April 15th, I hit the submit button on my federal tax return. The email from H&R Block hit my inbox like a confirmation of mission success — my return was officially filed. While some might call that cutting it close, I call it strategic timing. Why? Because I spent the
Read MoreRevisiting XLU – A Forgotten Utility Bet That’s Paid Off (For Now) Posted on Notable Picks & Portfolio Strategy Center (NPPSC.com) Sometimes the stocks you forget about quietly do the best. That’s the case with my position in XLU – the Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund. It’s one of those “set it and forget it”
Read MorePosted on nppsc.com The Reality of My Portfolio: A Few Winners Holding Up the Rest If you’ve ever checked your investment portfolio and realized that just a handful of stocks are keeping you in the green, you’re not alone. Right now, my portfolio is being carried by four key stocks, and without them, I’d be
Read MoreHigh-Yield Savings vs. Stock Market: A 5-Year $10,000 Investment Experiment When it comes to growing your money, two popular options are high-yield savings accounts (HYSAs) and stock market investments. But which one comes out ahead over time? In this post, we’ll compare two strategies: Putting $10,000 in a high-yield savings account (4% APY) and adding
Read MoreAt NPPSC, we’re all about thoughtful, informed investing — and that often includes sharing insights, strategies, and yes, even individual trades. But when it comes to posting your stock picks or portfolio moves publicly, it’s worth considering both the value and the potential drawbacks. Why You Might Want to Share Your Trades There are real
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Published by NPPSC | Notable Picks & Portfolio Strategy Center Understanding the Context: What’s in a Stock? A stock is more than just a ticker symbol—it’s partial ownership in a company and a claim on its future earnings. Stock performance is influenced by internal fundamentals like revenue, margins, and growth potential, as well as external
Read MoreThe Heartfelt (and Sometimes Risky) Side of Investing Investing is supposed to be logical—crunch the numbers, follow the charts, read the earnings. But let’s be real: sometimes it’s not about data. Sometimes, it’s about love. Yes, love. Or loyalty. Or just a serious craving for fresh, hot doughnuts. Personally, I own stock in $DNUT (Krispy
Read MoreFor investors seeking stable income streams, dividend stocks remain a popular choice. Recently, I analyzed YETH, which has drawn attention for its dividends despite a notable decline in price. Let’s dive into the numbers and what we can learn from this example. The Stock SnapshotOn March 1, 2025, YETH was valued at $33.12 per share.
Read MoreFord vs. Chevrolet: Evaluating Investment Safety Amid New Tariffs Recent developments have introduced significant variables into the equation when assessing the investment safety of Ford ($F) versus General Motors ($GM), Chevrolet’s parent company. On April 2, 2025, President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on all imported automobiles and certain auto parts, effective immediately. Impact
Read MoreI sold my TGT position back in late February—not because of any major headline or earnings report, but because of something more subtle: the vibe. A few folks in my circle started talking negatively about Target. Now, this isn’t some giant network of market insiders—it’s just regular people I know. But when they started expressing
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