Confused About Bitcoin?

Well, that makes two of us. Until a couple months ago I knew virtually nothing about Bitcoin. I consider myself well versed in finance and economics, but even after researching this subject I admit that I’m still confused.

Tax Reform: What You Need to Know

House Republicans revealed their long-awaited tax reform legislation on November 2nd. The clock is now ticking to approve the most sweeping overhaul of the tax code in 30 years - by the end of 2017.

The Uncommon Average

The US stock market has delivered an average annual return of around 10% since 1926. But short-term results vary wildly, and in any given period stock returns can be positive, negative, or flat.

3rd Quarter 2017 Market Review

This report features world capital market performance and a timeline of events for the past quarter. It begins with a global overview, then features the returns of stock and bond asset classes in the US and international markets.

Sell Your Stocks and Prepare for Inevitable Doom!

Of course, I’m kidding. We are not selling our stocks and we are not preparing for doomsday. But, did my sensational title get your attention? I thought it might!

Lessons for the Next Crisis

It will soon be the 10-year anniversary of the Global Financial Crisis when, in early October 2007, the S&P 500 Index hit what was its highest point before losing more than half its value over the next year and a half.

Monkeys Throwing Darts?

Can blindfolded monkeys throwing darts at pages of stock listings select portfolios that will do just as well as a portfolio constructed by professional stock pickers?

The Addition of International Real Estate

We’re always studying the global markets landscape and researching potential asset classes for inclusion in our portfolios.

Q2 2017 Market Review

This report features world capital market performance and a timeline of events for the past quarter.

Market Highs and Expected Returns

We’ve had a nice run in the stock market the last couple of years, so inevitably there has been much discussion in the news recently about the new nominal highs.

Sell in May and Go Away!

Many investors have heard this saying before, but the evidence shows you are much better off just staying invested in the long-run.

Uncertainty and Investing

I am certainly guilty of making the statement, “the market hates uncertainty.” It’s a pretty common saying in the investing lexicon. But how logical is it?

When Should You Invest?

The decision of “when” to invest in the market can be overwhelming. Unfortunately, doing nothing can be the worst decision of all.

Q1 2017 Market Review

This report features world capital market performance and a timeline of events for the first quarter of 2017.

The Retirement Salary® Income Strategy

How much money do I need to save before I can retire? How much money can I live on in retirement? Learn more about The Retirement Salary® program.

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