Personal Finance Understanding the consequences of complex portfolios M1 gives you the power to create your investing portfolio as you see fit, but what are the drawbacks of a portfolio that is too complex?
Financial Industry 9 myths about brokerage account transfers Transferring your money to a new brokerage may sound like a hassle, but it doesn’t have to be. Find out why upgrading to a no-fee platform may be easier than you feared.
Personal Finance How interest rates can affect your investments An overview of how interest rates affect various industries, companies, and sectors, and what that might mean for your investment portfolio.
Investing Thoughts 5 reasons penny stocks aren't worth the money (and what to buy instead) Penny stocks are rarely a good idea for investors looking to build wealth for the long term. A better alternative? Fractional shares. Learn about both.
Our Company How M1 makes money We frequently hear this question, so without further ado, here's a detailed look at how M1 makes money.
Financial Industry A brief history of low-fee investing Following the invention of index funds, brokers helped democratize access to the stock market and investors embraced low cost investing.
Our Company Introducing M1 Spend Three years ago, we set out to make personal finance more personal, more convenient, and less expensive. Now, we're raising the bar with the introduction of M1 Spend.
Investing Thoughts Survey: M1 investors most likely to review investments quarterly or annually We polled M1 customers to better understand their financial goals and how often they reassess their investing strategy. Find out what we uncovered.
Personal Finance Just married? Here’s your guide to combining finances Congrats! You tied the knot. Now it's time for the most romantic part of all: combining your bank accounts and investments. Here's how to get started.
Our Company Our Free Anniversary: A letter from our CEO Online brokerages haven't changed much since the early '90s. It's about time money management becomes more personal, more convenient, and less expensive.
Personal Finance How to make financial New Year’s resolutions that stick Did you know 80% of Americans abandon their New Year’s resolutions by February? Yikes. Follow our tips to successfully keep your resolutions this year.
Our Company #MyM1Story Winner: From active trading to auto investing Learn how one man went from day trader to long-term investor with the help of M1 Pies, automated intelligence, and fractional shares.
Our Company How 5 investors use M1 Finance to build wealth M1 Finance was founded on one simple principle: rethink the tools of personal finance to empower more people to build wealth their way. Now we're sharing our users' stories.
Investing Thoughts What to do if your brokerage account is acquired by another firm Was your go-to investing platform acquired by another firm? Here's what you need to know and steps to take if it happens to you.
Investing Thoughts What to do in a market downturn When markets start to dip, what's the best course of action? Should you continue as usual? Make adjustments to your portfolio? Buy the dip?
Retirement What you need to know about investing in a Roth IRA Learn about the benefits of opening a Roth IRA, how Roth IRAs work, who can contribute, and how these accounts are taxed.
Getting Started Choosing when to save and when to invest Should you invest in the stock market, or keep your money in a savings account? Here’s what you need to consider when choosing where to put your money.
Our Company One platform, unlimited possibilities The greatest thing about M1? You can customize your experience to be as unique as you. Read how real people use M1 to invest, borrow, and pursue their unique financial goals.
Investing Thoughts The future of finance is free... and so much more 8 months after cutting our fees, the rest of the finance industry is finally following suit. So what's next?
Getting Started What's your risk tolerance? Take the quiz to find out! Understanding your risk tolerance is crucial to building an investment portfolio tailored to your unique financial situation and goals.
Investing Thoughts In-kind transfers: How to move stocks from one brokerage to another Switching brokerages? Cash transfers can be costly. Maintain your cost basis and avoid tax consequences with in-kind transfers.
Our Company Announcing M1's newest feature: M1 Borrow The simplest, lowest cost way to borrow is now here. Borrow money instantly at one of the lowest rates on the market and pay back on your schedule.
Our Company M1 Finance: The Best ShareBuilder Alternative M1 offers all the same features that made Sharebuilder great and many more, so you can automatically invest in exactly what you want for free.
Investing Thoughts Lump-Sum Investing vs. Dollar-Cost Averaging: The Pros and Cons When it comes to your investments, what's the best strategy for you?
Our Company Everything you need to know about automatic rebalancing Why should you rebalance your portfolio? And is automatic rebalancing really the best way to go? Find out the best way to keep your portfolio on track.
