Top 5 Online Portfolio Management Tools

This is a guest post from Heather Johnson:

There are many kinds of online resources available to investors, not the least of which are portfolio management tools. When operating a comprehensive and user-friendly portfolio manager, you will be able to minimize risks and maximum the return on your investments. Below are five recommended online portfolio management tools.

1. AOL Money & Finance – While the popularity of AOL has waxed and waned over the years, the company's financial site still offers one of the best online portfolio managers around. Here, you will also learn the latest news in personal finance and investment.

2. Google Finance – Is there no end to Google's many features? Although still in a beta phase, Google Finance is quickly becoming a highly regarded tool amongst investors. Here, you can add or import as many portfolios as you'd like to manage.

3. MSN Money – Similar to the tools above, MSN Money allows you to manage your portfolios in the same place you receive the latest news and research. There is a free version of the MSN Money portfolio manager, as well as a more robust paid version.

4. TradeTrakker – This is a user-friendly, yet comprehensive, investment program that is available for download. This shareware management tool has received numerous 5-star reviews from various online publications.

5. NAB OnLine Trader – NAB offers a feature-rich portfolio management tool that is regularly updated with prices for securities. You will also be able to illustrate your portfolio graphically with this tool.

With the resources above, you should be able to track all of your investments with ease. By organizing your portfolio with a user-friendly management tool, you will ensure that you have optimized your accounts for maximum returns.

Heather Johnson is a freelance writer as well as a feature article contributor for Reward Programs, a site which helps consumers pick the best rewards program to best meet their needs. Heather welcomes your comments and emails related to job inquiries at her email,
heatherjohnson2323@gmail.com.