Weekly Newsletter
A Different Degree of Wealth
What Have You Done For Me Lately? FAANGs Gone Value
By Wes Crill, Head of Investment Strategies, DFA US Ballentine Capital Advisors This week’s post is from Wes Crill, the head of investment strategies for
Labor Day And Your Financial Plan
Labor Day celebrations begin this weekend with cookouts, gatherings, and a wind down from the busy summer. Labor Day is part of our American heritage
Eight Timeless Principles Of Investing
Introduction Last year we wrote an article about the Eight Timeless Principles of Investing. Due to the current state of the market and economy, it
Misleading Headlines Often Lead To Bad Investor Behavior
Some financial firms probably need to do a better job of communicating with investors to ensure they know exactly what is happening in regards to
Maximize Your Investment Returns with Tax-Efficient Investments – Part Two
Introduction Investing to lower taxes and maximize tax-efficiency can help you build your wealth When it comes to building wealth, tax-efficient investing is one of
Does Stock Picking Work?
Introduction The recent months have been filled with bad financial news as inflation rates have climbed and market volatility has impacted investor’s portfolios. The financial
It Is Important To Have A Financial Plan Before You Buy Any Financial Product
Introduction Making the right financial decisions is just as important as making any other major decision in life. It can be difficult to know what
5 Things To Consider When Investing In Times of Inflation
Introduction Who can remember the 1970s? The 1970s were a time of high inflation. The economy experienced a period of stagflation, which is when there’s
The Cost of Procrastination
Some of us share a common experience. You’re driving along when a police cruiser pulls up behind you with its lights flashing. You pull over,
How the Federal Reserve Works
Have you ever taken a close look at paper money? Each U.S. bill has the words “Federal Reserve Note” imprinted across the top. Many individuals
Fed Rate Hikes
What an “interesting” week. In a move unseen since 1994, the Federal Reserve has taken an aggressive stance toward inflation by raising the key interest
The Business Cycle
What has upswings and downturns, troughs, peaks, and plateaus? Though such terms could easily describe a roller coaster ride, they are also commonly used to