When Market Volatility Creates Opportunity
The first half of 2022 has proven to be challenging for investors. Being an investor during volatile markets isn’t easy, but there are a few strategies to consider in order to make the best of a difficult situation.
Navigating the Course of Retirement Planning
Like in golf, planning for retirement is a game that requires strategy, focus, and a bit of finesse.
What I Think About When Working From Home
Investors Must Be Present to Win
For weeks, the major indices had been declining but in mid-March, we saw a very abrupt reversal. I’m often reminded of the familiar saying “Investors must be present to win.” In other words, the price (or cost) of admission to the investment experience is market volatility.
5 Ways to Make Your Investment Portfolio More Tax-Efficient
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Good News About Portfolio Costs from DFA
What This Year Reminds Us About Fixed Income
This year has reminded us of the many important roles that fixed income can play in portfolios.
March 8, 2021 Financial Perspectives
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July 26th, 2021 Financial Perspectives – ESG Investing Pt 1
August 9, 2021 Financial Perspectives – ESG Investing Pt 2
Emerging Markets – What Are They?
Investment Policy Statement – Why Is It Important?
It is important for all investors, whether an individual, family, retirement plan, or nonprofit, to plan their investment approach around their goals and objectives. Investment Policy Statements (IPS) often document these items. Here are four reasons why it is important to have a clearly articulated IPS.
A Look Under the Hood of a Bond Fund | Financial Perspectives
How Much Should Associations Hold in Reserve Assets?
A common question among nonprofit associations is how much they should hold in reserve assets. There is a “rule of thumb” that associations should hold six months of operating expenses in reserve. Is this common rule of thumb common practice?
Making the Best of It | Financial Perspectives
Stormy Markets | Financial Perspectives (In a Minute)
With the US stock market in bear market territory as we go into the second half of 2022, you might feel like we're in a bit of a storm. If you've been feeling under prepared, Matt Moklestad walks us through six considerations for times like these.
Stormy Markets | Financial Perspectives
With the US stock market in bear market territory as we go into the second half of 2022, you might feel like we're in a bit of a storm. If you've been feeling under prepared, Matt Moklestad walks us through six considerations for times like these.