12.12.22 Energy Demand-Response Plans / Investing: Mutual Vs Index Funds
Has your power company offered you a “special deal” that they say may save you money? Because it’s become much more complicated to provide kilowatts, power companies are trying to shift capacity burden to consumers via time of use meters and certain incentives. Clark shares how this could end up costing you more. Also, what’s better for your investments - actively managed mutual funds or index funds? A new study reveals some facts about investing you may not be aware of that can affect your outcome.
- Energy Use Demand-Response Plans: Segment 1
- Ask Clark: Segment 2
- Mutual Vs Index Funds: Segment 3
- Ask Clark: Segment 4
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