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 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.
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From Boats to Brokers
From the Dutch East India Company to Wall St., the stock market has a long and storied history.
How to Leave a Lasting Impact with Sustainable Investing
Want your investments to drive positive change? Learn how sustainable investing can help you make a difference!
Where Is the Market Headed?
We all know the stock market can be unpredictable. We all want to know, “What’s next for the financial markets?”
Earnings for All Seasons
Earnings season can move markets. What is it and why is it important?
Are You Ready for Your Portfolio to Make a Difference?
Learn about the rise of Impact Investing and how it may benefit you.
How to Leave a Lasting Impact with Sustainable Investing
Want your investments to drive positive change? Learn how sustainable investing can help you make a difference!
A Quick Guide to Socially Responsible Investing
Want to contribute to a better world and grow your wealth? Learn how in this quick guide to socially responsible investing.
Required Reading: The Economic Report of the President
The Economic Report of the President can help identify the forces driving — or dragging — the economy.
Impact Investing or Philanthropy
This fun piece can help your clients explore the benefits of impact investing versus founding a philanthropy.
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Student Loan Payoff Calculator: Extra Payments Can Save You
See how extra payments toward your student loans could shorten your payoff timeline.
Bi-Weekly Mortgage Payments
See how switching to bi-weekly mortgage payments could reduce interest and shorten your loan.
College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
Debt-to-Income Ratio Calculator
Calculate your debt-to-income ratio to understand how lenders may view your financial health.
How Long Will Your Money Last?
See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
Monthly Budget
Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
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Behavioral Finance
An amusing and whimsical look at behavioral finance best practices for investors.
When Markets React
When markets shift, experienced investors stick to their strategy.
Inflation and Your Portfolio
Even low inflation rates can pose a threat to investment returns.
The Business Cycle
How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?
The Fed and How It Got That Way
Here is a quick history of the Federal Reserve and an overview of what it does.
What Smart Investors Know
Savvy investors take the time to separate emotion from fact.
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