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Is it Time for a Value Play?
The transition from growth to value and back to growth stocks often accelerated during the pandemic. Growth-oriented stocks usually outperform when the economy is on the rise. Therefore, growth stocks…
Read MoreSavings Strategies
Some people have no trouble saving money — they stash away any cash they don’t need, and their account grows and grows. These people usually aren’t very materialistic and don’t…
Read MoreHow to Evaluate a Stock
There are moments in history when people have claimed investment choices don’t matter because if the market is up across the board, you cannot fail. That is not true. In…
Read MoreHow Inflation Risk Can Affect You
Inflation is a steady rise in the price of goods and services over time and actually signals both good and bad economic conditions. On one hand, as prices rise, someone…
Read MoreSustainably Investing in Our Future
While extreme weather events typically affect only certain parts of the country, there is increasing concern that climate change will affect the overall economy – including our investment portfolios. For…
Read MoreA Look at the Potential Effects of Tax Reform
The tax overhaul legislation that was passed in December has been billed as a means to streamline tax filings at both the individual and corporate level.1 We certainly could use it.…
Read MoreFinding Neutral Ground on the Internet Rights Debate
It can be confusing when government bureaucrats and the media offer wildly different perspectives on the intent and ramifications of a new controversial policy. This was plainly evident in December…
Read MoreTax Reform: What Made It Into the Law, and What Does It Mean?
After months of hashing and rehashing what was (or wasn’t) in the tax reform bill — complete with what seemed like minute-to-minute cable news updates — some people may be…
Read MoreThe Cost of Health Care
Americans spend a lot on health care. In 2016, national health expenditures grew 4.3 percent to $3.3 trillion, which amounts to $10,348 per person.1 It’s interesting that you’ll find few…
Read MoreSecond Marriages: Financial Finesse
Of all the questions we ask a potential spouse before tying the knot, they seldom include: “Who are the beneficiaries of your investment plans and insurance policies?” “Do you…
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