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.

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The Fed and How It Got That Way

Here is a quick history of the Federal Reserve and an overview of what it does.

From Boats to Brokers

From the Dutch East India Company to Wall St., the stock market has a long and storied history.

All That Matters: What's New, What Isn't

How should investors interpret recent market volatility? And what’s different this time?

Should I Invest in Gold?

Learning more about gold and its history may help you decide whether it has a place in your portfolio.

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  Emotional vs. Strategic Decisions

  Information vs. instinct. Are your choices based on evidence of emotion?

  In the Markets Now: War in Iran

  As the conflict in the Middle East has escalated, so have concerns on the effect it will have on the economy and markets.

  All That Matters: Post-Election Roundup

  Mike and Ross hash out the election: Were their predictions true? Why is the market up? Where do we go from here?

  Investment Challenges of the Affluent Investor

  Affluent investors face unique challenges when putting together an investment strategy. Make sure you keep these in mind.

  In the Markets Now: Selloff Summary for April 3

  The stock market had a fearful "sell everything" moment as it wrestled with how to process broad new tariffs.

  6 Ways to Inflation-Proof Your Retirement Plan

  Does rising inflation have you worried for your retirement plan? Protect your golden years with these strategies.

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• Videos

  The Fed and How It Got That Way

  Here is a quick history of the Federal Reserve and an overview of what it does.

  Investments

  You’ve made investments your whole life. Work with us to help make the most of them.

  Are Alternative Investments Right for You?

  With alternative investments, it’s critical to sort through the complexity.

  Global and International Funds

  Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?

  It Was the Best of Times, It Was the Worst of Times

  All about how missing the best market days (or the worst!) might affect your portfolio.

  From Boats to Brokers

  From the Dutch East India Company to Wall St., the stock market has a long and storied history.

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