Would you like to build an investment portfolio that includes companies and funds that reflect your personal societal and environmental concerns? If so, you might want to explore socially responsible investing (SRI).
Interest in SRI has gained moment in recent years. If you'd like to learn about this particular type of investing, several Web sites offer a wide range of insights. Here is a sampling:
AARP
www.aarp.org/money/financial--planning/sessionsix/socially--responsible-...
Good overview of SRI history, investment areas and how to become an investor.
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THE GREEN MONEY JOURNAL
Features range of special articles and news devoted to SRI topics.
SOCIAL FUNDS
Offers SRI news, community investing, special reports and more.
SOCIAL INVESTMENT FORUM
www.socialinvest.org/resources/sriguide/
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Offers informative guide to socially responsible investing.
TIAA-CREF
www.tiaa-cref.org/about/socially-responsible-investing/
Discusses how to align values and investments, and different SRI strategies.
