Mark Winkel

Mark Winkel is a U.S.-based author and entrepreneur who lives in the greater New York City area. He studied marketing at the University of Washington and started actively investing in 2017. His approach to the markets blends fundamental research with technical chart analysis, and he concentrates on both swing trades and longer-term positions. Mark's mission is to share tips and strategies at Steady Income to help everyday people make smarter money moves. Mark is all about making finance easier to understand — whether you're just starting out or have been trading for years.

Retirement Accounts Fuel Stock Market: Why It Matters

by Mark Winkel

With trillions of dollars in assets, retirement accounts like 401(k)s and IRAs have become major players in the U.S. stock market, influencing its performance and stability.

Bonds to Keep Cash Flowing After Ceasefire

by Mark Winkel

U.S.-Iran ceasefire eases oil fears. Learn how TIPS and muni bonds keep your income steady in 2025.

Safe Utility Funds for Income

by Mark Winkel

Stocks climb after U.S.-Iran ceasefire. Find utility funds to keep your money paying in 2025.

Oil Price Surge: How to Keep Your Money Safe

by Mark Winkel

Learn how to guard your savings from oil price jumps caused by Iran trouble. Try energy funds and bonds.

Safe-Haven Assets to Protect Your Money During Iran Tensions

by Mark Winkel

Find safe investments to keep your income safe during U.S.-Iran conflict. Learn simple strategies for tough markets.

How to Easily Create Your Own Cryptocurrency

by Mark Winkel

Discover how you can make your own cryptocurrency using simple tools and instructions. You can start your crypto project today even if you don’t know how to code.

How to Recover Stolen Cryptocurrency: Steps You Can Take

by Mark Winkel

Lost crypto to a scam or hack? Learn the key steps you can take to recover stolen cryptocurrency, protect your assets, and avoid future threats.

Day Trading: Taming This Week’s Crazy Market

by Mark Winkel

Navigate the wild swings of this week’s market with smart day trading tips, strategies, and insights to stay ahead and manage risk effectively.

AI Stocks: Why Traders Can’t Get Enough

by Mark Winkel

AI stocks like Microsoft led gains in June 2025. Learn why AI is hot and how to trade the tech boom.

Porter Stansberry The Big Secret on Wall Street Review – Is It Legit?

by Mark Winkel

porter stansberry big secret on wall street review

Porter Stansberry is coming back from his retirement with exciting new research advisory called The Big Secret on Wall Street (This Week). Here we wrapped up all the important details for our readers that followed his work in the last couple of decades.