The Power of Portion Control

The Power of Portion Control

I’m lucky (and very spoiled) to work for an employer that offers a full lunch cafeteria – all expenses paid – as part of my benefits package. As I grab my plate and head through the lines at the various food stations, it rarely fails that my plate ends up being fully covered with delicious, …

Bid-Ask Spread Basics (And why it’s so Important)

Bid-Ask Spread Basics (And why it’s so Important)

It’s been a while since I’ve done an investing 101 article, so I’m overdue. In this post, we’ll cover an important investing component: bid-ask spread. May sound boring, but the knowledge gained could save you hundreds, if not thousands, over your lifetime when applied. What is Bid Price and Ask Price? Before understanding the implications …