A lot of new investors are drawn to penny stocks. It’s easy to see why these instruments might seem appealing at first glance: because penny stocks by definition sell for $5.00 or […]
Summary: M1 Finance makes money in several ways even though we do not charge management fees or commissions. The ways we make money are common revenue streams for most financial services companies. […]
Once upon a time, individuals who wanted to invest in the stock market had to pay expensive fees to do so. Even if you had your own ideas about what you wanted […]
I am thrilled to share some details about a new product we will be releasing in a few months: M1 Spend. M1 Spend is an FDIC-insured checking account and debit card that seamlessly […]
During the last weeks of 2018, we polled our customers to get a sense of their investment plans for 2019. Here, we present those findings, along with some insight from investment professionals about […]
If you’re recently married or planning to be married soon, chances are you’re older than your parents or grandparents were when they tied the knot. That means you (and probably your partner) have had […]
Exactly one year ago, M1 went free. Since then, we’ve… Opened over 100,000 accounts for clients who added nearly half a billion dollars to M1, Reached the 5th highest ranked investing app in both […]
Prior to 1601, fortunes were made and lost on the uncertainty of new business ventures. With very few individuals in a position to put their life savings on the line, big ideas […]
As a college student studying finance, Michael began day trading in his free time, buying and selling stocks, options, and futures. It wasn’t just a way to try to earn some extra […]
M1 Finance was founded on one simple principle: rethink the tools of personal finance to empower more people to build wealth their way. See, we believe that everyone manages their money just a bit […]
Uh, oh… Your go-to investing platform was bought by another firm, and your brokerage account is being moved. It happens: just this year, E*Trade acquired 1 million accounts from Capital One Investing (if you’re […]
Individual retirement accounts (or IRAs) are a fantastic way to begin investing and saving for the future because they are tax-sheltered accounts, meaning you’ll pay fewer taxes than other investment account types. […]
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.
At M1 Finance, we know everyone manages their money differently. But back in 2016, we realized that while technology had made huge strides in the way people find information, navigate the globe, […]
About 8 months ago, M1 announced we removed all fees to offer a free investing experience for our users. We made this choice for a few, straightforward reasons. As with every M1 […]
Switching brokerages? Cash transfers can be costly. Maintain your cost basis and avoid tax consequences with in-kind transfers.
I love talking with our users and hearing how M1 helps with their personal finances. Whether it’s demystifying investing, making ownership of particular companies possible and enjoyable, or simply saving money on […]
Capital One Investing (previously ShareBuilder) has been bought by E-Trade, and as a result, all Capital One accounts will be transferred to E-Trade. This type of acquisition is hardly uncommon in the […]
When it comes to your investments, what’s the best strategy for you?
Americans don’t particularly excel at setting and keeping New Year’s resolutions. Only around 40 percentparticipate in the tradition at all[1], and 80 percent of those who do abandon their resolutions by February[2]. Worse still, Americans […]
Choosing your investments is more than selecting stocks of companies with high growth potential, large dividend yields, or low price-to-earnings ratios. When you select your investments, you not only choose which securities […]
I started M1 with one simple mission: make it easy for everyone to invest exactly how they want. You see, years ago I ran into a common problem among investors: choosing between […]
Everything you need to know about dividends: what they are, how they’re paid, key dates, and how they benefit your portfolio.
It’s no secret that women face unique financial challenges. They earn less[1], live longer, and generally struggle to achieve the same financial confidence as their male counterparts[2]. But the right resources can […]
From serious stock market films to funny finance flicks, we’re sharing our staff’s all-time favorite movies about money. So kick back, order a pizza, and starting watching.
