Does it seem like there’s been an extra level of uncertainty lately, threatening your investment plans? Of course, there are always big events going on; that’s the world for you. But today’s brew of … [Read more...]
Deconstructing Current Inflation
A recent spike in the U.S. inflation rate combined with wage growth and near-record low unemployment has captivated the attention of America as this information is integrated into current asset … [Read more...]
Interest Rates, Inflation, and Investment Strategy Part 3: Investing in Uncertain Times
After taking a closer look at interest rates and inflation, we come to the heart of the matter: When interest rates, inflation, or both are on the rise, what’s an investor to do? Big picture, we … [Read more...]
Interest Rates, Inflation, and Investment Strategy Part 2: Understanding Inflation
Has rising inflation got you down? In our last piece, “Understanding Interest Rates,” we explored how rising and falling interest rates can impact a healthy economy. Today, let’s add inflation to the … [Read more...]
Interest Rates, Inflation, and Investment Strategy Part 1: Understanding Interest Rates
At its March 15-16, 2022, Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, the U.S. Federal Reserve raised its federal target funds rate by a quarter point. It was the first increase since December 2018, … [Read more...]
Evidence-Based Investing in Brief
How do you invest your money over the long-term? If you’ve read much of our work, you’ve probably noticed we embrace evidence-based investing. But what does that mean? What is Evidence-Based … [Read more...]
Trying to Predict the Market? Flip a Coin
There is no reliable way to predict top performers in the stock market. Research shows this. We know that broad diversification helps reduce unnecessary risk associated with exposure to a single … [Read more...]
Key Considerations for 529 Plan Investments
College can be expensive. Tuition costs have increased steadily over the past 30 years. Housing, transportation, food, books, and other education-related fees can add thousands to an already steep … [Read more...]
Is Converting Your Traditional IRA or 401(k) to a Roth IRA Right for You?
A Roth IRA conversion refers to moving part or all of a traditional IRA or 401(k) to a Roth IRA. It may also be possible to convert a traditional 401(k) to a Roth 401(k), depending on plan design. At … [Read more...]
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