The S&P 500 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average are trading near all-time highs. Interestingly, this is despite September’s and October’s reputation for being tough on the markets. Most stock market crashes have occurred during October. With a potential widespread correction looming, investors are taking a chance on penny stocks.

Fears of inflation are running high. Then, there is the increasing tension between the U.S. and China. And to add fuel to the fire, we have the recent turmoil in Afghanistan. Understandably, an investor might be squeamish about adding new stocks....More>>>