Estate Planning Awareness Month: Rethink These 8 Estate Strategy Myths
Did you know it's almost National Estate Planning Awareness Month? If you've made assumptions about the estate planning process in the past, check out these 8 myths debunked.
Why the Housing Market Is at All-Time Highs
The housing market continues to heat up alongside the post-pandemic boom. As the market further eclipses pre-2008 levels, how does this affect investors?
Why All-Time Highs Both Worry and Excite Investors
As the economy accelerates and corporate profits beat estimates, some investors may be enthusiastic about this momentum while others may be worried that stock prices have run too far too fast. How can all investors stay disciplined in this environment?
Why Inflation Shouldn't Rattle Long-Term Investors
Prices are rising for some everyday goods and services as well as for important commodities. These concerns will only grow as the economy returns to pre-pandemic levels. What perspective should long-term investors have on inflation as business activity accelerates?
The American Rescue Plan Act Has Passed: Here's an Overview of the $1.9 Trillion Stimulus Plan
Congress has officially passed a $1.9 trillion stimulus package. Here's an overview for business owners, families, and individuals impacted by COVID-19.
Why Short Squeezes and Reddit Shouldn't Distract Investors
What captures the attention of investors, the media and the general public is often not what matters for portfolios, saving for retirement or achieving financial security. In the short run, events that involve individual stocks and market dislocations can be more interesting and seemingly more impactful than slow-moving economic progress. And yet, it is this slow smoldering growth, not a flash in the pan, that truly allows everyday investors to achieve financial freedom.
What Bitcoin Can Teach Investors About Asset Allocation
Benjamin Graham, often considered to be the father of value investing, drew a stark distinction between speculating and investing. Understanding the difference is important to developing a diversified portfolio that will help you achieve your long-term financial goals.
What Effective Vaccines Mean for Investors in the Coming Year
The U.S. is beginning to roll out the COVID-19 vaccine just days after it was approved by the FDA. Government officials estimate that 100 million Americans could be vaccinated by the early months of 2021. While this is very positive news, investors should continue to maintain realistic expectations and stay disciplined in the coming months.