What Can You Do Before the 2021 Tax Deadline?
Even though the 2020 calendar year ended, it doesn't mean the tax year has completely ended. There are a handful of items to consider before the April, 15th tax filing deadline.
January 29, 2021 Financial Perspectives
What game is being played between Reddit and Wall Street? This week we explore what's been going on with GameStop stock and how short selling works.
January 25, 2021 Financial Perspectives
Four years ago, Donald Trump was elected President of the United States and small company stocks went up over 20% in three months post-election. In the three months since Joe Biden was elected President of the United States, small company stocks are up over 30%. Do small company stock investors just like new Presidents?
January 11, 2021 Financial Perspectives
2020 had some very real rollercoaster moments – the question for markets and the economy is whether there is any reason to think they won’t hold up during and after our latest ride?
December 21st, 2020 Financial Perspectives
Category: Investing » Alternative Investments
1:07 - In the News: Vaccines, Employment, and Markets
4:09 – Bitcoin and Tesla Market Performance
5:00 – Bitcoin: What is it?
9:08 – Bitcoin Risks
4:09 – Bitcoin and Tesla Market Performance
5:00 – Bitcoin: What is it?
9:08 – Bitcoin Risks
December 7th, 2020 Financial Perspectives
1:10 - In the News: COVID-19 Surges, Vaccines, and Employment
3:32 – November Market Review
4:14 – Equity Factors
4:41 – Macroeconomic Factors Overview
5:00 – Style Factors Overview
7:07 – Style Factors in the Market
3:32 – November Market Review
4:14 – Equity Factors
4:41 – Macroeconomic Factors Overview
5:00 – Style Factors Overview
7:07 – Style Factors in the Market
November 23, 2020 Financial Perspectives
Category: Investing » Equity / Stocks
1:13 - In the News: COVID-19 Cases, Employment Recovery
2:36 – Elections through Inaugurations
3:15 – Equity Factors: Comparison of Various Stock Indexes
5:24 – Expectations: Thinking Back to March 23, 2020
2:36 – Elections through Inaugurations
3:15 – Equity Factors: Comparison of Various Stock Indexes
5:24 – Expectations: Thinking Back to March 23, 2020
Elections and Your Money Part II: Post-Election
In this Q+A-style webinar, Kent Kramer and Jason Brown addressed: Questions arising from the November 3rd election, what has, hasn’t, and could change as a result of our country’s decision, and how investors should respond to the uncertainty surrounding the election.
October 26, 2020 Financial Perspectives
1:42 - In the News: Expansion in the US
2:24 - Recent Market Performance
5:07 - Patience: Why This Election is Different
6:52 - Elections Through Inaugurations: Should You Stay Invested?
April 17, 2020 Financial Perspectives
Kent gives a recap of the market over the past week including a look at the current state of unemployment. He also takes a look back at the past 20 years of asset class returns.
CARES Act Q&A
Category: Financial Planning » Cashflow
Kent Kramer and Zach Dalluge answer some important questions about the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.
April 9, 2020 Financial Perspectives
Chief Investment Officer, Kent Kramer gives an investment recap from the past week and discusses portfolio positioning.
April 3, 2020 Financial Perspectives
In this Foster Group update, Chief Investment Officer, Kent Kramer gives an investment recap from the past week and discusses bear markets, recessions, and recovery.
Webinar Replay: Secure Act Q&A
Category: Financial Planning
Kent Kramer and Zach Dalluge answer some important questions about the Setting Every Community Up For Retirement Enhancement Act (SECURE Act) of 2019.
March 27, 2020 Financial Perspectives
In this Foster Group update, Chief Investment Officer, Kent Kramer gives a financial recap from the past week and discusses portfolio rebalancing.
Coronavirus Worries Drive Economic Uncertainty and Stock Market Declines
Category: Investing
In this 20 minute webinar, Foster Group's Chief Investment Officer, Kent Kramer, explains how the market has responded to the coronavirus outbreak and how investors should react to the recent market declines.
March 20, 2020 Financial Perspectives
Category: Investing » Asset Allocation
In this Foster Group update, Chief Investment Officer, Kent Kramer discusses current circumstances in the bond market.
When It’s Time to Call in a Pro
Category: Foster Group
Hiring a pro is never a cut and dried decision but when it’s necessary, I’ve found that I gain time, peace of mind, and often better results than what I could have achieved on my own. While I’m still a DYI’er at heart, I have learned to recognize when it’s time to call in a pro!
Beyond Traditional Investments Video
Category: Investing » Alternative Investments
Are alternative investments right for you? Matt Moklestad shares some things to consider when looking into this asset class.
Wealth With More Purpose
Category: Foster Group
Since 1989, Foster Group’s values-driven team has helped those we serve pursue their personal definitions of Wealth with More Purpose.