Jul 2022
Bear markets, like the one we are in now, are uncomfortable but they generally pave the way for a brighter future for the financial markets. Our thoughts: 2022’s Bear Market – 2022 Q2 Market Review. (pdf)
read more...Jun 2022
We believe that streamlined investment portfolios are more effective. But the trick lies in heeding Einstein’s thoughts: “Make everything as simple as possible, but no simpler”. Informed simplicity is sophistication at its best. Streamline your portfolios (pdf)
read more...May 2022
Ideas to De-clutter your financial life. Pruning files (Digital and Paper) especially after the Tax season paper chase is both therapeutic and may also lead to better financial decisions. De-Clutter your financial files. (pdf)
read more...Apr 2022
In a Sherlock Holmes mystery the famous detective observed that he found it curious that the guard dog did not bark in the night when a prized race horse was stolen. We feel the same way when we compare the anxiety of investors in Q1 of 2022 to the lack of their anxiety in 2021. […]
read more...Mar 2022
Conventional wisdom is good, but not always or for everyone. We think there is a small group of investors who should evaluate if making IRA contributions is still correct for them. Make IRA contributions – But not everyone. (pdf)
read more...Feb 2022
What the Tax season and good investing habits may have in common. The tax man is coming. (pdf)
read more...Jan 2022
2021 was a good year if you were invested properly in financial markets. Our review of what went well and our thinking of how we plan to navigate investing in the coming year. 2021 Q4 Market Review. (pdf)
read more...Dec 2021
Year-end Investment and tax Moves – a dry but often profitable topic. Here is a short list of investment and tax related ideas that may impact your money. Year-end investment and tax moves (pdf)
read more...Nov 2021
Estate Planning – it’s a fancy word for expressing your wishes once you pass on. And, it’s an important tool for an advisor to have to manage your portfolio better. Estate planning basics (pdf)
read more...Oct 2021
The markets have “behaved” well so far this year – but we think it’s wise to expect a different future. We are. Expecting a different future – 2021 Q3 Review. (pdf)
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