Thanksgiving in America: History, Purpose, and Why It Still Matters
Thanksgiving was born out of hardship, meant to unify the nation, and still serves as a reminder to be grateful and united today.
Thanksgiving was born out of hardship, meant to unify the nation, and still serves as a reminder to be grateful and united today.
You’ve probably been on a road trip with a gaggle of kids before and heard the question, “Are we there yet?” Whether they were your own children, nieces and nephews, or maybe it was you asking when you were a kid, it’s a familiar concept. When you’re on a road trip, the question banging around...
When it comes to investing, stories can be powerful. A good story can make people excited, confident, or even a little fearful — and those emotions can move the market just as much as company performance does. When that happens, people start buying or selling based on headlines and hype rather than what a company is actually worth.
This past Sunday, October 12th, marked the third anniversary of the current bull market. Since its start in 2022, the market has surged 89%, well above historical averages. It’s the 27th bull market since 1872 and the 14th since 1950, and while past performance doesn’t guarantee future results, history suggests markets with this kind of...
As a seasoned financial planner with over three decades of experience in the industry, I've witnessed countless instances where investing common sense has clashed with our natural instincts. It's a fascinating paradox...
Welcome to the complex yet fascinating world of investing. Like you, I am an investor and over the past five decades, I've had the privilege of witnessing the intricacies of financial markets, making my fair share of mistakes, and, most importantly, learning from them. As you embark on your investing journey, I'm here to share with you the ABCs of investing, with a touch of wisdom gained through experience.
What is in a simple Estate Plan? If you’re like most people, with a few kids and a house, you only need a will. You can use an online service like www.freewill.com or www.mamabearlegalforms.com. The most common option is to meet with a local lawyer to help you discuss and setup the three documents needed...
What determines the amount of your Social Security benefit? How to determine what your benefits? The mistake over 40% of all retirees make when starting their Social Security.
“Awareness is like the sun. When it shines on things, they are transformed.” Thich Nhan Hanh Becoming aware of our spending is one of the most powerful tools we have. Why? In examining our spending we become aware of ourselves. Budgeting is simply being aware of our spending. Why is this keeping track of how...
Whether you are brand new to investing and have never had an annual review, or you’ve had many annual reviews, you might be interested to find out a little bit more of what is done during the review process. The first step is obviously to see how your portfolio has performed in the past 12...