Why I Try Not to Pay Attention to the News

Category: Financial Planning » Behavioral Finance

By Jason Brown

09/01/2020

While I don’t think this approach is for everyone, I do think many of us would benefit from making some of these decisions.

What Have We Learned in the Last 4 Months?

Category: Foster Group

By Jason Brown

07/28/2020

How have things changed at Foster Group in the past four months? Below are a few thoughts on what has changed… and a brief comment on what hasn’t.

Positive Planning Opportunities in a Negative Market

Category: Financial Planning

By Jason Brown

06/15/2020

Strangely, a down market and the response of the government to it has created potential planning opportunities that wouldn’t have otherwise been there.

Listen to Learn with These 5 Podcasts

Category: Foster Group

By Jason Brown

02/21/2020

Like most of you, I enjoy learning. And one of the ways I learn is by listening to podcasts. Here are five podcasts I recommend.

Perhaps It’s Not About What You Want From Life, But What Life Wants From You

Category: Foster Group

By Jason Brown

01/22/2020

I just finished reading Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl. Among the many meaningful things he wrote, here is one that stood out. 

Who Really Needs a Financial Advisor?

Category: Foster Group

By Jason Brown

12/13/2019

The truth is, I donÆt think everyone needs a financial advisor. In my limited time in the industry, here are some of the reasons I think working with a financial advisor might be a good idea.

Thoughts on Life and Leadership from Nine of Des Moines’ Best

Category: Foster Group

By Jason Brown

10/09/2019

I went to the Business Record’s 90 Ideas in 90 Minutes Event. Nine people were given the opportunity to speak. They shared up to ten of their best ideas for life and leadership. I’ve compiled my Top Nine list in alphabetical order.

The Future is Uncertain. Better to Prepare than Predict.

Category: Investing » Foster Group Investment Principles » Accept Uncertainty

By Jason Brown

10/08/2019

Because I work for Foster Group, a firm dedicated to truly caring for the financial lives of those we serve, a lot of the conversations we have with regard to this uncertainty relate to money

Stop Doing That!

Category: Financial Planning » Behavioral Finance

By Jason Brown

08/16/2019

We all need people in our lives who have the courage to let us know when we've done something we shouldn't. It's equally wise to have an Advisor who can speak truth to you when it comes to your finances.