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.
Should You Invest in Exchange Traded Funds?
There are thousands of ETFs available. Should you invest in them?
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What Can a Million Dollars Buy You?
$1 million in a diversified portfolio could help finance part of your retirement.
How Will the Economy React to AI?
What do concerns or uncertainty about AI mean for your future and your financial strategy?
From Boats to Brokers
From the Dutch East India Company to Wall St., the stock market has a long and storied history.
The Pros and Cons of an NUA Strategy
Learn the advantages of a Net Unrealized Appreciation strategy with this helpful article.
Rebalancing Your Portfolio
Over time, different investments' performances can shift a portfolio’s intent and risk profile. Rebalancing may be critical.
Emotional vs. Strategic Decisions
Information vs. instinct. Are your choices based on evidence of emotion?
Don’t Be Your Own Worst Enemy
Emotional biases can adversely impact financial decision making. Here’s a few to be mindful of.
Are You Ready for Your Portfolio to Make a Difference?
Learn about the rise of Impact Investing and how it may benefit you.
A Taxing Story: Capital Gains and Losses
Understanding how capital gains are taxed may help you refine your investment strategies.
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Student Loan Refinance Calculator
Compare your current student loan terms to a potential refinance to see if it makes sense.
Wedding Budget Calculator
Estimate total wedding costs and see how different choices affect your overall budget.
How Compound Interest Works
Explore how compound interest can grow your money over time with this interactive tool.
Comparing Investments
Compare two different scenarios side by side to see how they stack up over time.
How Long Will Your Money Last?
See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
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Global and International Funds
Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?
Bridging the Confidence Gap
In the world of finance, the effects of the "confidence gap" can be especially apparent.
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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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!
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?"
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