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.
Jane Bond: Infiltrating the Market
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, cracking the code on bonds.
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Should You Invest in Exchange Traded Funds?
There are thousands of ETFs available. Should you invest in them?
Is This the End of the "Grandparent Rule?"
Looking to help your grandkids with their education? Here are some tips.
The Fed and How It Got That Way
Here is a quick history of the Federal Reserve and an overview of what it does.
Five for Friday – March 20, 2026
Ross looks at consumer tailwinds and headwinds and reminds us of the importance of realistic expectations in investing.
Five for Friday – May 15, 2026
Ross examines the traits of this bull market and responds to concerns that continued market strength is too good to be true.
In the Markets Now: Spots of Weakness
As policy uncertainty and lackluster economic data shake the market, Ross looks at spots of weakness and strength.
Five for Friday – May 29, 2026
Ross talks consumer sentiment, “vibecession,” and an asset class that could be a useful diversifier beyond stocks and bonds.
Key Takeaways from Strategas Research Areas - November 2025
Strategas provides a comprehensive snapshot of current market and economic conditions through their six research areas.
Do Our Biases Affect Our Financial Choices?
Even the most seasoned investors have biases affecting their financial choices.
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Finding the Balance
The sandwich generation faces unique challenges. For many, meeting needs is a matter of finding a balance.
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.
The Cycle of Investing
Understanding the cycle of investing may help you avoid easy pitfalls.
Inflation and Your Portfolio
Even low inflation rates can pose a threat to investment returns.
Should I Invest in Gold?
Learning more about gold and its history may help you decide whether it has a place in your portfolio.
Bursting the Bubble
Tulips were the first, but they won’t be the last. What forms a “bubble” and what causes them to burst?
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