INVESTMENT
Investing should be easy – just buy low and sell high – but most of us have trouble following that simple advice. There are principles and strategies that may enable you to put together an investment portfolio that reflects your risk tolerance, time horizon, and goals. Understanding these principles and strategies can help you avoid some of the pitfalls that snare some investors.
The Business Cycle
How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?
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Inflation and Your Portfolio
Even low inflation rates can pose a threat to investment returns.
The Threat of Identity Theft
An article informing readers about the threats of Identity Theft.
It Was the Best of Times, It Was the Worst of Times
All about how missing the best market days (or the worst!) might affect your portfolio.
Key Money Moments: 4 Times You Should Talk to a Pro
Life happens fast, and your finances can take a backseat if you’re not careful. Is it time to check in with a financial professional? This infographic will help you examine your own financial situation and decide if it’s time to step up your financial game.
The Sequence of Returns
A look at how variable rates of return impact investors over time.
Your Shifting Risk Tolerance
Time and market performance may subtly and slowly imbalance your portfolio.
How to Conquer the World - 5 Financial Strategies for Savvy
Learn more about women taking control of their finances with this infographic.
The Anatomy of an Index
The S&P 500 represents a large portion of the value of the U.S. equity market, it may be worth understanding.
The Threat of Identity Theft
An article informing readers about the threats of Identity Theft.
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What Is the Dividend Yield?
Calculate the dividend yield of a holding and see what that means for income over time.
College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
Student Loan Refinance Calculator
Compare your current student loan terms to a potential refinance to see if it makes sense.
How Long Will Your Money Last?
See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
Comparing Investments
Compare two different scenarios side by side to see how they stack up over time.
The Power of Interest - How Long Will it take My Money to Do
Use the Rule of 72 to estimate how long it takes your money to double at a given rate.
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Jane Bond: Scaling the Ladder
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, uncovering the mystery of bond laddering.
Where Is the Market Headed?
We all know the stock market can be unpredictable. We all want to know, "What's next for the financial markets?"
It Was the Best of Times, It Was the Worst of Times
All about how missing the best market days (or the worst!) might affect your portfolio.
Investments
You’ve made investments your whole life. Work with us to help make the most of them.
Bull and Bear Go To Market
Learn about the difference between bulls and bears—markets, that is!
The Junk Drawer Approach to Investing
It's easy to let investments accumulate like old receipts in a junk drawer.
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