Index funds have garnered a lot more attention from the financial media and investors alike in recent years. The increased popularity of passive investment strategies has provoked the question … [Read more...]
The Dow Jones Industrial Average Is Killing The American Investor One 500 Point Drop at a Time
Now that we have your attention…Every time you hear on the news "The DJIA dropped 500 points", do you feel a sense of foreboding and your blood pressure starts to rise? Wonder if the stock … [Read more...]
What Is Asset Allocation?
"Buy Right and Sit Tight" Great advice, but it's easier said than done. How do you know what is "right"? How much should you put in one investment vs. another? If I sell, when … [Read more...]
Six Financial Best Practices for 2019
Are you ready to get a head start on your 2019 finances? The new year is a great opportunity to think about annual goals and action items for the next 12 months. Here are 6 financial best practices to … [Read more...]
Why Should You Diversify?
US stocks have outperformed international and emerging market stocks in recent years. Some investors might reconsider the benefits of investing in stocks outside of the United States. However, … [Read more...]
The Flat-Out Truth
Why do investors care about the shape of a yield curve? What is a yield curve? Check out this month's investor briefing which explores yield curves and investigates the empirical evidence of their … [Read more...]
Protecting Your Child from Identity Theft
Identity theft breaches continue to happen more and more frequently as thieves become more ingenious. About one year ago (9/2017), Equifax disclosed a massive security breach that compromised the … [Read more...]
Avoiding Financial Scams and Identity Theft Slams
In 2017, 16.7 million individuals were impacted by identity theft with damages totaling $16.8 billion. Identity theft crimes are common with no sign of the trend slowing any time soon. Check out our … [Read more...]