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.
The Business Cycle
How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?
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Jane Bond: Infiltrating the Market
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, cracking the code on bonds.
Surprising Upsides in a Down Market
In a perfect world, the stock market would only go up. However, even down markets can benefit investors in unexpected ways.
Finding the Balance
The sandwich generation faces unique challenges. For many, meeting needs is a matter of finding a balance.
Bull & Baird: Elections and You
Elections matter in many ways. But for your portfolio? They don't matter as much as you might think.
Modeling Good Financial Behavior for Your Kids
Kids learn to handle money from watching you. Here are 8 ways to show them how to be responsible savers and consumers.
Debt Ceiling Deal Includes Two Years of Spending Caps
Strategas breaks down what’s in the deal, its impact on economic growth over the coming years, and what to focus on next.
The Dangers of Portfolio Tinkering
“Your money is like a bar of soap – the more you handle it, the less you’ll have.”
Bull & Baird: What a Run
Waiting can be the hardest part of investing. Mike Antonelli explains why it's also the most important behavior to master.
Inflation and the Real Rate of Return
Learn about the role of inflation when considering your portfolio’s rate of return with this helpful article.
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College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
What Is My Net Worth?
Get a snapshot of your overall financial picture by calculating your total net worth.
Monthly Budget
Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
Student Loan Payoff Calculator: Extra Payments Can Save You
See how extra payments toward your student loans could shorten your payoff timeline.
Debt-to-Income Ratio Calculator
Calculate your debt-to-income ratio to understand how lenders may view your financial health.
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Finding the Balance
The sandwich generation faces unique challenges. For many, meeting needs is a matter of finding a balance.
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.
Jane Bond: Infiltrating the Market
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, cracking the code on bonds.
Should You Invest in Exchange Traded Funds?
There are thousands of ETFs available. Should you invest in them?
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 Business Cycle
How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?
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