We’ve been here before. Unrest in the Middle East inevitably means unstable or increasing oil prices, which can easily cause consumers to go into a panic. But how much should […]
Resisting Emotional Investing
During times of turmoil, people sometimes make rash decisions. We might buy things we don’t need, or act out of character, or uproot our lives in some way. The same […]
Hope in Troubling Times
No matter your background or political affiliation, you’ve probably been affected in some way by the unusual and sometimes troubling times we’re living in. With so much division, questions about […]
5 Everyday Money-Saving Tips
With the beginning of the new year, many people are thinking about a fresh start—and that can apply to finances. Starting out the year on the right foot can set […]
An Offline Holiday
We live in a plugged in, online world. In fact, it’s hard to escape it. Most of us spend our workdays online, watch screens for entertainment, scroll through social media, […]
Sharing Your Self-Wealth
Many people I know have more wealth than they realize. For them, the definition of wealth is narrow, only encompassing what can be found in your bank account or in […]
Seeing a Down Market as an Opportunity
Where some investors see bad news, others see opportunities. A bear market or a string of down days may not be as terrible as you think. For those with level […]
Finding Common Ground with Everyone
Today’s world can often seem incredibly black and white. Either you support a certain politician (or political party) or you don’t. Either you’re pro-human rights or you aren’t. You believe […]
One Crucial Reason to Hire a Financial Advisor
As a financial advisor, you may be surprised to hear me say that not everyone needs to hire a professional financial planner. In some instances, individuals (especially those with straightforward […]
How to Build and Protect Your Credit
So many of life’s major purchases and decisions are influenced by something most of us rarely think about: our credit score. A credit score can determine if you can get […]