Larry Ludwig
Larry Ludwig
ContributorLarry Ludwig is a freelance contributor for Moneywise.
Larry Ludwig was the founder and editor-in-chief of Investor Junkie. Investor Junkie was purchased by Moneywise in 2023. He graduated from Clemson University with a bachelor of science in computers and a minor in business.
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Investing • Aug 21
The 6 types of investment risks (#6 is the worst)
I find it ironic when I read investment articles that state bank CDs or government treasuries are risk free.
Investing • Aug 21
The 6 types of investment risks (#6 is the worst)
I find it ironic when I read investment articles that state bank CDs or government treasuries are risk free.
Investing • Jun 21
What is Ginnie Mae investing?
What are Ginnie Mae bonds? Should I invest in them?
Investing • Jun 21
What is Ginnie Mae investing?
What are Ginnie Mae bonds? Should I invest in them?
Employment • Jun 20
7 steps to starting a business
Whether you're starting your first or thirtieth business, these steps will help you on your way.
Employment • Jun 20
7 steps to starting a business
Whether you're starting your first or thirtieth business, these steps will help you on your way.
Investing • Jun 20
So what does asset allocation mean? Find out.
Asset allocation is all about risk management to ensure steady growth in the market.
Investing • Jun 20
So what does asset allocation mean? Find out.
Asset allocation is all about risk management to ensure steady growth in the market.
Investing • Jun 14
Passive investing yields the most stable results.
If you're new to investing, you need a game plan. Setting up a solid strategy will help you achieve your goals in a reasonable amount of time.
Investing • Jun 14
Passive investing yields the most stable results.
If you're new to investing, you need a game plan. Setting up a solid strategy will help you achieve your goals in a reasonable amount of time.
Investing • Jun 13
Schwarzenegger's money lessons from his biography
Building your investment muscles.
Investing • Jun 13
Schwarzenegger's money lessons from his biography
Building your investment muscles.
Investing • Jun 08
How Wealthfront is trying to beat indexing
With more than $10 billion in assets under management (AUM), the service is one of the leading robo-advisors.
Investing • Jun 08
How Wealthfront is trying to beat indexing
With more than $10 billion in assets under management (AUM), the service is one of the leading robo-advisors.
Loans • Jun 07
Maximize your return, yet minimize your risk.
Peer to Peer lending is a great alternative to traditional investments. Find out how to maximize your return, yet minimize your risk.
Loans • Jun 07
Maximize your return, yet minimize your risk.
Peer to Peer lending is a great alternative to traditional investments. Find out how to maximize your return, yet minimize your risk.
Loans • Jun 07
There's no such thing as a risk-free investment.
A lot has been said about the risks of P2P investing. But from my experience I've not found it to be risky, and I have evidence to prove it.
Loans • Jun 07
There's no such thing as a risk-free investment.
A lot has been said about the risks of P2P investing. But from my experience I've not found it to be risky, and I have evidence to prove it.
Investing • Jun 07
What is DRIP investing?
It sounds like something related to a leaky faucet, but is an easy way to invest small amounts of money.
Investing • Jun 07
What is DRIP investing?
It sounds like something related to a leaky faucet, but is an easy way to invest small amounts of money.
Managing Money • Jun 06
Why everyone wants free services
Should friends and relatives get your business services at a discount or free?
Managing Money • Jun 06
Why everyone wants free services
Should friends and relatives get your business services at a discount or free?
Managing Money • Jun 06
Do I have enough saved for retirement? Find out.
Are you on track to retire?
Managing Money • Jun 06
Do I have enough saved for retirement? Find out.
Are you on track to retire?
News • Jun 06
Capitalism is not a zero sum game!
Capitalism is about expanding the economic pie, not trying to divide a static pie equally.
News • Jun 06
Capitalism is not a zero sum game!
Capitalism is about expanding the economic pie, not trying to divide a static pie equally.
News • Jun 05
Milton Friedman – four ways to spend money
Milton Friedman in his book "Free to Choose" detailed the four ways to spend money.
News • Jun 05
Milton Friedman – four ways to spend money
Milton Friedman in his book "Free to Choose" detailed the four ways to spend money.
Retirement • Jun 02
"The Retirement Gamble," by Martin Smith
What was the flaw in the FRONTLINE documentary "The Retirement Gamble" by Martin Smith?
Retirement • Jun 02
"The Retirement Gamble," by Martin Smith
What was the flaw in the FRONTLINE documentary "The Retirement Gamble" by Martin Smith?
Taxes • Jun 01
The Cashflow Quadrant - why the rich get richer
Cashflow Quadrant by Robert Kiyosaki explains perfectly the way our tax system has been setup, and how various professionals view the world.
Taxes • Jun 01
The Cashflow Quadrant - why the rich get richer
Cashflow Quadrant by Robert Kiyosaki explains perfectly the way our tax system has been setup, and how various professionals view the world.
Taxes • Jun 01
Are tax-sheltered investments right for you?
Here's our roundup of the best tax-sheltered and even tax-free investments.
Taxes • Jun 01
Are tax-sheltered investments right for you?
Here's our roundup of the best tax-sheltered and even tax-free investments.
Taxes • Jun 01
2023 federal income tax complete guide
Here's what you need to know about filing your taxes this year.
Taxes • Jun 01
2023 federal income tax complete guide
Here's what you need to know about filing your taxes this year.
Taxes • May 31
Are you saving too much for retirement?
You might get walloped with a bigger tax bill in the future.
Taxes • May 31
Are you saving too much for retirement?
You might get walloped with a bigger tax bill in the future.
Loans • Dec 22
5 simple ways to get the most out of your 529 plan
Ensure your child has the best opportunities for their future.
Loans • Dec 22
5 simple ways to get the most out of your 529 plan
Ensure your child has the best opportunities for their future.
Investing • Oct 15
Interview with Tony Robbins
The author on why people need to think like owners, not consumers and the best unexpected advice he received.
Investing • Oct 15
Interview with Tony Robbins
The author on why people need to think like owners, not consumers and the best unexpected advice he received.
Loans • Nov 19
Is Lending Club no longer a good investment?
There seems to be a great debate going on the web regarding investing in Lending Club.
Loans • Nov 19
Is Lending Club no longer a good investment?
There seems to be a great debate going on the web regarding investing in Lending Club.
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