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In theory, asset location is straightforward. In practice, investors rarely have the exact mix of taxable and tax-advantaged account balances needed to place every investment in its ideal location.

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The past week was full of earnings data, economic data, and commentary from two major central banks, but the market shrugged off the busy event calendar, remaining near record levels.
In this video blog I discuss the proven dimensions of returns within the equity universe, and the expected equity premiums we target.
This report features world capital market performance and a timeline of events for the past quarter.
Our latest newsletter features articles on various topics including historical stock market performance, small-cap stocks, and post-election markets.
There are many techniques to mastering personal budgeting. Let's take a look at a few!
Regardless of political views or feelings about the election result, there’s a fascinating case study on stock market behavior here, and it is worth unpacking what happened purely from an investment perspective.
In the investing world things can turn on a dime. Small-cap stocks have certainly turned it around in 2016, in a swift and dramatic fashion.
The end of the year is already upon us and you’re likely busy getting prepared for the holidays.
Whether you're looking for your first financial advisor or looking to make a change, there are some important questions to ask yourself and the potential advisor.
On Wednesday the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) committed to their first oil production limits in eight years.
With gratitude and appreciation, the team at Financial Synergies wishes you, your family, and your friends a safe, warm, and happy Thanksgiving.
For most people, I think it's fair to say that last week's Presidential election was a shocker.
Inflation has been pretty non-existent over the last few years, but lately it's showing signs of life.
This report features world capital market performance and a timeline of events for the 3rd quarter 2016.
In this brief video, Mike Minter discusses the randomness of returns in various global asset classes.
Due to upcoming regulation, we recently began the process of changing the money market funds (the cash position) in your accounts.
Commodities such as oil, gold, agriculture, etc., can make for a difficult investment. As an investor, sometimes the experience is far different from what you expected.
Curious about where we work and who we are? Watch this video to take a brief two-minute tour of our office!
Recently there were some enhancements made to your client portal. We've incorporated these into a new client view that we think will improve your online experience.
In this video, David Butler of Dimensional Fund Advisors (DFA), tells his story of a past experience with a stock broker, and discusses the value of working with an independent financial advisor.

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