Are you ready for what's coming? We don't go through actual bear markets that often, so the more you know about bear markets, the better you will be able to make informed investment decisions. After all, the overwhelming chaos in the world investment markets makes even the … [Read more...] about 10 Things to Know About Bear Markets
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A Buy-Sell Agreement Adventure
A fictional finance story for business owners to learn about buy-sell agreements. Stan and Leigh are owners of Fabulous Adventure Comics, LLC, the largest comic book store in Texas. And that's really big! Stan and Leigh have been 50/50 business partners for a long time. Plus, … [Read more...] about A Buy-Sell Agreement Adventure
How to Fight Inflation in Retirement
A Users Guide to the Easiest Retirement Budget Worksheet If you are retired or nearing retirement, learning to fight inflation in retirement might be the best way to avoid running out of money. This article will help you identify where price increases affect you the most and … [Read more...] about How to Fight Inflation in Retirement
Does Asset Allocation Still Work in 2022?
If you are like a lot of other people, you probably began your investment journey when your employer offered you a retirement plan. More than likely, your employer-provided some basic information about how to divide up your retirement plan contributions. That is asset … [Read more...] about Does Asset Allocation Still Work in 2022?
Do You Unknowingly Own Russian Stocks? WHAT NOW?
Are you one of those investors who unknowingly own Russian stocks? Let me help you find out. Many Russian stocks have gone from high prices to penny stocks in a matter of days. In contrast, some stocks stand to benefit from the Ukraine Russia War. But how do you know and what … [Read more...] about Do You Unknowingly Own Russian Stocks? WHAT NOW?
Five Common Financial Planning Complaints
The most common financial planning complaints are not about the financial planning process. The most common financial planning complaints are criticisms about the business and the advisors. When I interview a new client from another financial services company, I always ask, "what … [Read more...] about Five Common Financial Planning Complaints
What Is a Good Stock Tip?
Good stock tips are everywhere! Aren't they? There is no shortage of opinions on which stock will be the next winner. Cable news, news publications, and social media are full of opinions on the next best investment. With so many people giving their view on a good stock tip, how … [Read more...] about What Is a Good Stock Tip?
How to Invest a Million Dollars in the Stock Market
How to invest a million dollars in the stock market should be no different from investing a hundred thousand, ten thousand, or a thousand dollars. The key is using the KISS method, keep it simple and straightforward. Three simple questions Ask yourself these three simple … [Read more...] about How to Invest a Million Dollars in the Stock Market
Dumbledore’s Investment Advice
Albus Dumbledore could have given sage investment advice. He was an incredibly wise man. Fictional, yes. But his character could give wise investment advice that many should strive to incorporate in their approach to saving for the future. Here are four key pieces of … [Read more...] about Dumbledore’s Investment Advice
Direct Indexing – simplicity and control
One of the biggest fears that people have with money is running out of it. It doesn’t matter if you have a lot of money or a little. Running out of money is anxiety shared by many. Think for a minute, do you or someone you know still hide cash at home? Why do you think so many … [Read more...] about Direct Indexing – simplicity and control