Which of the following is not one of the strategies for successful investing?

Starting early and be consistent

Hiring a full-service broker to get access to information

Keeping accurate records

Your accountant has just told you that one of your investments had a capital gain over the year. This would mean that

the value of the investment appreciated.

the investment paid a large dividend.

the investment made a large interest payment.

you received a tax refund related to the investment.

Which of the following is the most appropriate investment for emergency funds?

A diversified mix of stocks and long-term bonds

Stocks

Corporate bonds

Money market securities

Understanding and taking advantage of tax rules