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.
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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Global and International Funds
Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?
In the Markets Now: Scattered Thoughts on Gold
Gold is up 110% over two years — why, and why now?
Inflation and Your Portfolio
Even low inflation rates can pose a threat to investment returns.
Five for Friday — February 6, 2026
Ross looks at corporate profits, the swoon in Bitcoin, and Gold’s movements—and reminds us to run our own race.
All That Matters: War and the Stock Market
Mike and Ross unpack how wars really move the markets.
A Look at Diversification
Diversification is an investment principle designed to manage risk, but it can't prevent against a loss.
In the Markets Now: Inspecting IPOs
There’s been growing hype about IPOs, but is it warranted?
Five for Friday – February 20, 2026
Are we in an AI bubble? Are we approaching a market top? Ross tackles both questions.
Emotional vs. Strategic Decisions
Information vs. instinct. Are your choices based on evidence of emotion?
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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.
Jane Bond: Scaling the Ladder
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, uncovering the mystery of bond laddering.
Bridging the Confidence Gap
In the world of finance, the effects of the "confidence gap" can be especially apparent.
What Smart Investors Know
Savvy investors take the time to separate emotion from fact.
Are Alternative Investments Right for You?
With alternative investments, it’s critical to sort through the complexity.
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.
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