Why in the world is the stock market doing so reasonably well during the COVID-19 pandemic, while the success of so many small and large businesses, in many sectors, seem to be doing so very poorly or even shutting down entirely? How is this possible?
Let’s explore what we can learn from the not-too-distant past known as “the Lost Decade” of the 2000s. It reveals quite a different story than the 2010s had in store for investors.
Sometimes, the keys to investment success can seem counterintuitive at first. So let’s take a closer look at a trio of weird, but wonderful “upside-down” investment insights for interesting times.
The financial services industry makes it complicated for consumers to choose the right advisor and model. So how do you source and vet out the right advisor for you? Before placing your financial future in the hands of someone else, make sure you do your due diligence on them and their model well in advance.
The current low interest rate environment has many investors reaching for yield by moving into longer-term, lower-quality bonds. But the fruits of that decision might not be as sweet as expected. Consider these 3 factors.
Your investment portfolio is no doubt an important driver of achieving your overall financial plan. If you're anything like me, you want your investment portfolio to be as high-achieving as you are.