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Dan Schmidt, Contributing Author at MarketBeat

Dan Schmidt
About The Author

Dan Schmidt

Contributing Author

Stocks, Fundamental and Technical Analysis

Experience

Dan Schmidt has been a contributing writer for MarketBeat since 2022.

Areas of Expertise

Stocks, investing, markets, financial planning, credit cards, debt consolidation

Education

Penn State University; Certification in Technical Writing, University of Wisconsin

Past Experience

Vanguard, Capital One, Benzinga, Fora Financial

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Latest Articles by Dan Schmidt

Photo of man in grocery store picking fruit to put in a basket that contains a variety of fruit. Representative of a basket of stocks, like mutal or index funds.
July 23, 2024 7:00 AM ET

Mutual vs. Index Funds: What's the Difference?

Dan Schmidt

Wondering what the difference is between mutual vs. index funds? Find everything you need to know in the latest MarketBeat article.

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Photo of an artistic drawing of two heads showing one with gears (representing facts) and one with clouds (representing emotions) to illustrate the concepts of risk tolerance and risk appetitie.
July 18, 2024 8:15 AM ET

Risk Tolerance vs. Risk Appetite: Key Differences

Dan Schmidt

Learn the key differences between risk tolerance and risk appetite and how they impact investment strategies and financial decisions.

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Photo of Various types of food laid out on a table with people digging in with forks. Representative of index funds being able to try every stock on the menu.
July 12, 2024 7:00 AM ET

6 Best Index Mutual Funds to Invest In

Dan Schmidt

Discover the best indexed mutual funds, including top S&P 500 and NASDAQ funds. Learn why index funds are popular and get tips on selecting the right one.

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Photo of a person holding a countdown timer. Short-term stocks to consider investing in.
July 10, 2024 7:00 AM ET

5 Best Short-Term Stocks to Consider Investing In

Dan Schmidt

Looking for the best short-term stocks? Explore our top picks and learn how to navigate the risks and opportunities in fast-paced stock trading.

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Photo of a gold bar, gold ingots, and gold coins on a financial report. How to invest in gold.
July 1, 2024 7:00 AM ET

How to Invest in Gold: A Complete Guide

Dan Schmidt

Discover the best ways to invest in gold, including physical gold, ETFs, stocks, and futures. Learn about the benefits and risks in the latest MarketBeat blog.

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Photo of Short Squeeze on a ticker board. 7 short squeeze stocks to watch.
June 27, 2024 7:00 AM ET

7 Short Squeeze Stocks to Look Into for Your Portfolio

Dan Schmidt

Explore our top picks for short-squeeze stocks that could skyrocket your portfolio. Learn what makes them stand out, and how to spot similar opportunities.

NASDAQ:ADVNASDAQ:ADVWWNYSE:BAC
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Oversold stocks
June 17, 2024 7:55 AM ET

Overbought vs Oversold Stocks: Key Differences and Examples

Dan Schmidt

Wondering what it means for a stock to be overbought vs. oversold? Find out more about what these conditions mean for your investment strategy.

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Photo showing a metal trap with stacks of money inside of it. Learn how to identify and avoid dividend traps to ensure healthy returns on your investment portfolio with our detailed guide.
June 14, 2024 7:00 AM ET

What is a Dividend Trap? Here's What You Should Know

Dan Schmidt

Learn how to identify and avoid dividend traps to ensure healthy returns on your investment portfolio with our detailed guide.

NASDAQ:NVDANASDAQ:META
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Businessman trying to get money under big wooden box trap. What is a Liquidity Trap?
June 11, 2024 2:40 PM ET

What is a Liquidity Trap? Here's What You Should Know

Dan Schmidt

Find out what a liquidity trap is, its causes and effects on markets, and strategies for escaping from one once it forms.

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Risk tolerance on a clipboard
June 3, 2024 8:30 AM ET

What Is Risk Tolerance & Why Is It Important?

Dan Schmidt

Learn how to assess and manage your risk tolerance, make informed investment decisions, and achieve your financial goals.

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what is your risk tolerance
May 29, 2024 8:28 AM ET

Determining Your Risk Tolerance - A Comprehensive Guide

Dan Schmidt

Determining your investment risk tolerance is an important step in making informed financial decisions. Explore our guide to get started.

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Momentum investing
May 28, 2024 11:00 AM ET

Momentum Investing: A Guide to Getting Started

Dan Schmidt

Unlock the potential of momentum investing with this detailed guide from MarketBeat. Learn strategies, understand risks, and compare with other approaches.

NYSE:GME
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