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.

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From Boats to Brokers

From the Dutch East India Company to Wall St., the stock market has a long and storied history.

The Real Cost of a Vacation Home

What if instead of buying that vacation home, you invested the money?

Significant Consumer Stimulus Arrives in 2026

After a challenging 2025, consumers will benefit from a boost in 2026 due to significant stimulus on the horizon.

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.

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  In the Markets Now: Inspecting IPOs

  There’s been growing hype about IPOs, but is it warranted?

  How Financial Professionals Are Compensated

  Read this overview to learn how financial advisors are compensated.

  Even Now, There Are Reasons To Own Bonds

  Common wisdom holds that when stocks go down, bonds should go up – but what if they both go down at the same time?

  6 Ways to Inflation-Proof Your Retirement Plan

  Does rising inflation have you worried for your retirement plan? Protect your golden years with these strategies.

  Everything You Need To Know About Trump Accounts

  Trump Accounts, a new investment vehicle for minors, are launching this July. Here’s what we know so far.

  All That Matters: All-Time Highs, All-Time Worries

  In August’s episode, Mike and Ross tackle all-time highs and the timeless worries that come with them.

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  The Junk Drawer Approach to Investing

  It's easy to let investments accumulate like old receipts in a junk drawer.

  The Business Cycle

  How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?

  The Fed and How It Got That Way

  Here is a quick history of the Federal Reserve and an overview of what it does.

  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?”

  The Rule of 72

  Do you know how long it may take for your investments to double in value? The Rule of 72 is a quick way to figure it out.

  From Boats to Brokers

  From the Dutch East India Company to Wall St., the stock market has a long and storied history.

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