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.

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Finding the Balance

Finding the Balance

The sandwich generation faces unique challenges. For many, meeting needs is a matter of finding a balance.

In the Markets Now: Labor Day Labor Market Update

In the Markets Now: Labor Day Labor Market Update

Ross checks in with wages vs. inflation, job-hugging, and which industries gained jobs in the last year.

The Business Cycle

The Business Cycle

How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?

Five for Friday – March 20, 2026

Ross looks at consumer tailwinds and headwinds and reminds us of the importance of realistic expectations in investing.

Inflation & Your Money

It's important to understand how inflation is reported and how it can affect investments.

Are You Ready for Your Portfolio to Make a Difference?

Learn about the rise of Impact Investing and how it may benefit you.

Five for Friday – March 27, 2026

Ross looks at higher oil prices, the ongoing benefits of last year’s big tax bill, and the mood shift on rate cuts.

The ABCs of Zero Coupon Bonds

Understanding some basic concepts may help you assess whether zero-coupon bonds have a place in your portfolio.

Building Wealth in College

Start building your money and investment management skills in college with these practices.

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Investments

You’ve made investments your whole life. Work with us to help make the most of them.

The Rule of 72

Do you know how long it may take for your investments to double in value? The Rule of 72 is a quick way to figure it out.

Jane Bond: Infiltrating the Market

Agent Jane Bond is on the case, cracking the code on bonds.

What Can a Million Dollars Buy You?

$1 million in a diversified portfolio could help finance part of your retirement.

Bridging the Confidence Gap

In the world of finance, the effects of the "confidence gap" can be especially apparent.

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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