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Bonds

Debt securities where you lend money to a government or corporation in exchange for regular interest payments and your principal back at maturity.

Definition

Debt securities where you lend money to a government or corporation in exchange for regular interest payments and your principal back at maturity. They're generally safer than stocks but offer lower returns. When interest rates rise, existing bond prices fall.

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The income earned on an investment, expressed as a percentage.

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Someone who meets specific income or net worth thresholds set by regulators, qualifying them for investments not available to the general public.

Anti-Money Laundering (AML)

Laws and procedures designed to prevent criminals from disguising illegal funds as legitimate income.

Asset Allocation

How you divide your investments across different asset classes like stocks, bonds, crypto, and cash.

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A well-established, financially sound company or crypto project with a proven track record.

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