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How and Why to Diversify Your Portfolio
Diversification is the practice of buying a variety of different investments with the goal of balancing risk and reward in your po...
The Wealthfront Cash Account Now Has a 3.50% APY
On Wednesday, October 29, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) lowered the target range for the fed funds rate by 0.25%. As we...
Vested Interest: Why Has the Market Been So Volatile? W...
This post is brought to you by Vested Interest, our forthcoming newsletter about what the financial and economic news might mean f...
How Peter & Alex Used the Cash Account To Pay for a Wed...
Names: Peter & Alex Relationship status: Married in June 2025 after a proposal on a long hike in Albania Approach to joint financ...
How Direct Indexing Helps You Keep More of What You Ear...
Back in 2013 when Wealthfront coined the term “direct indexing,” the strategy (which had been around for decades) was fairly exclu...
Wealthfront’s Next Chapter as a Public Company
As Wealthfront becomes a publicly traded company today, I want to thank you for helping us get here. We could not have reached thi...
State Pension vs Private Pension: What’s the Real Diffe...
When people think about retirement, many assume the State Pension will cover everything, so they put off retirement planning. But...
Beginner Investor Blog Series: Types of Investments Exp...
When people talk about “investing,” it can sound like a complicated world full of jargon and numbers. However, the truth is that i...
Financial Planning for People Who Don’t Like Budgeting
Budgeting isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, but let’s be honest, it’s essential for a solid financial plan. For many, the idea of track...
Timeless Financial Planning Tips: The Basics That Alway...
When it comes to money, trends come and go. One year, it’s cryptocurrency; the next, it’s AI stocks or a “can’t miss” investment s...
Beginner Investor Blog Series: Can You Make Money and D...
If investing feels a bit like walking into a maze, you’re not alone. But here’s a comforting thought: you can aim for returns and ...
What to Do with Your Old Pension: The Role of a PRB
When you leave a job, figuring out what to do with your pension can feel like a big decision. Instead of letting your savings sit ...
How a PRSA Can Help You Achieve Financial Freedom in Re...
When most people picture retirement, they think of freedom: travelling, spending time with family, buying a new car or simply havi...
Winterproof Your Wallet: Easy Ways to Save This Winter
As the evenings get darker and the temperatures drop, it’s not just the chill that creeps in; higher costs do too. Between heating...
Couple Without Kids: Why Two Incomes Don’t Mean Double ...
So, you’re a couple without kids (CWOK). Two salaries. No childcare costs. More freedom. On paper, it looks like you should be fin...
What Type of Christmas Shopper Are You?
The festive season is here, and for many of us, it’s a mix of joy, stress, and spending! While shopping for loved ones can be a hi...
Why (Most) Advisors Shouldn’t Serve As Clients’ Trustee...
Financial advisors are used to having close and trusting relationships with their clients, given the advisor's involvement in the ...
Ways To Say No To Avoid Making Yourself Too Busy: Kitce...
As financial advisors progress in their careers (and lives), their attention is often pulled in many directions as opportunities p...