Lisa Smith, Investopedia

Stories by Lisa Smith, Investopedia

The characteristics of a successful company

The characteristics of a successful company

Rediff.com   23 Jan 2009

There are many factors that contribute to a profitable business. Find out what they are here.

How to master a bear market

How to master a bear market

Rediff.com   14 Jan 2009

Learn how your portfolio should evolve to suit bear market conditions.

5 investing statements that make you sound stupid

5 investing statements that make you sound stupid

Rediff.com   13 Jan 2009

Learn to talk stocks without sounding like a newbie.

5 easy ways to manage debt

5 easy ways to manage debt

Rediff.com   10 Jan 2009

Follow these five steps to manage debt without cutting up your credit cards

How to negotiate the best severance deal

How to negotiate the best severance deal

Rediff.com   10 Jan 2009

Find out how to get the best financial package if you've just been laid off.

4 tips for buying stocks in a recession

4 tips for buying stocks in a recession

Rediff.com   10 Jan 2009

Bear markets can terrify even seasoned investors. Learn how to invest safely.

Are interest rate cuts good for you?

Are interest rate cuts good for you?

Rediff.com   19 Nov 2008

Traders rejoice when the Fed drops the rate, but...

Tuition reimbursement - an employment perk

Tuition reimbursement - an employment perk

Rediff.com   15 Nov 2008

Boost your value in the job market at your employer's expense.

How to make $1 million in finance

How to make $1 million in finance

Rediff.com   14 Nov 2008

Find out what it takes to get a spot in these ultra-lucrative areas of finance.

World's wackiest stock indicators

World's wackiest stock indicators

Rediff.com   7 Nov 2008

Can butter production help you predict the market's next move? Find out here.

Why being a copycat investor can hurt you

Why being a copycat investor can hurt you

Rediff.com   7 Nov 2008

Copying the portfolios of big-time investors is unlikely to yield comparable returns.

How Buffett comes up with his winning picks

How Buffett comes up with his winning picks

Rediff.com   6 Nov 2008

They don't call him "The Oracle" for nothing.

4 steps to a great business plan

4 steps to a great business plan

Rediff.com   6 Nov 2008

If you're going into business, you must have a plan. Find out how to put this important document together.

The pros and cons of the credit crisis

The pros and cons of the credit crisis

Rediff.com   4 Nov 2008

Find out how this tough economic period can be a learning experience for all.

10 ways to prevent late payments

10 ways to prevent late payments

Rediff.com   3 Nov 2008

Paying your bills on time is an important aspect of taking control of your financial life

Of Wall Street and old crimes

Of Wall Street and old crimes

Rediff.com   3 Nov 2008

It is unlikely that Wall Street will ever be free of people in positions of power getting involved in all manner of devilry.

How to become a millionaire? 6 GOLDEN rules

How to become a millionaire? 6 GOLDEN rules

Rediff.com   1 Nov 2008

Hitting this magic number is not as hard as you might think - it just takes time.

10 GREAT tips to boost your business

10 GREAT tips to boost your business

Rediff.com   1 Nov 2008

If your business has hit a wall, we've got the answer to break through and increase sales and earnings.

8 financial tips for young adults

8 financial tips for young adults

Rediff.com   10 May 2008

You don't need an MBA to learn how to save money and invest in your future.

The No.1 reason why couples fight

The No.1 reason why couples fight

Rediff.com   3 Jan 2008

Learn how to resolve the financial and emotional issues surrounding a scarce commodity.