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 Fed and How It Got That Way
Here is a quick history of the Federal Reserve and an overview of what it does.
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Are Alternative Investments Right for You?
With alternative investments, it’s critical to sort through the complexity.
Five for Friday – March 20, 2026
Ross looks at consumer tailwinds and headwinds and reminds us of the importance of realistic expectations in investing.
Inflation and Your Portfolio
Even low inflation rates can pose a threat to investment returns.
The Dangers of Portfolio Tinkering
“Your money is like a bar of soap – the more you handle it, the less you’ll have.”
Estimating the Cost of College
This worksheet can help you estimate the costs of a four-year college program.
In the Markets Now: Selloff Summary for January 20, 2026
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Next Year's Debt Ceiling Expiration and the Tax Debate
The outcome of the election will be key to how the debt ceiling is resolved next year.
Bull & Baird: When Uncertainty Reigns
What can a recent spring storm tell us about the market's current volatility?
Bull & Baird: AI Narratives
AI is powerful and so is the narrative around it. Mike looks to the pandemic for a lesson about fear of the future.
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Should You Invest in Exchange Traded Funds?
There are thousands of ETFs available. Should you invest in them?
The Junk Drawer Approach to Investing
It's easy to let investments accumulate like old receipts in a junk drawer.
Jane Bond: Infiltrating the Market
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, cracking the code on bonds.
Bridging the Confidence Gap
In the world of finance, the effects of the "confidence gap" can be especially apparent.
The Fed and How It Got That Way
Here is a quick history of the Federal Reserve and an overview of what it does.
The Business Cycle
How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?
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