Writing Guidelines

Writing Style

• Use US English spelling and grammar.
• Only use bullet points when necessary.
• Numbers and statistics are written in numerical form.
• The default currency is U.S dollars. We clarify if we’re using another currency.
• All quotes are sourced (with links).

Article Titles

• Unique and catchy, but also clear and concise.
• No sex-related words in the titles.
• No profanity in titles.
• We do not use misleading titles to generate clicks.

Body of Article

• Most articles are written in second-person, without personal opinions or anecdotes (some exceptions are made for guest writers).
• Subheadings summarize what each section is about.
• All outside references are sourced (with reputable links). This includes any studies, articles, or other financial facts that can be verified.
• We provide resources for any and all factual information (statistics, definitions, studies, quotations). We do so by stating where the information came from and a hyperlink to the source.
• When offering advice or information that is investment related, we use words like “may” , “can” or “might” so that it is clear we are making suggestions and not promises. We do not, in simple terms, ever proclaim to offer specific investing advice or financial planning steps.
• Profanity is avoided at all costs. If necessary, it is censored.