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How To Qualify As An Accredited Investor (Positives and Negatives)
Passing one of these three tests, qualifies you as financially stable and sophisticated enough to invest in unregulated securities.
Where To Save Your Next $1,000 - Investment Account Hierarchy
There are three things to consider when deciding on where to save your next $1,000.
Q3 2024 - Market Review (Interest Rates, Investment Factors, and Elections)
US stocks built on a strong first half, with many market indices at or close to record levels as the third quarter neared an end...
The Rule of 72: A Simple Tool for Understanding Compound Interest
How does the Rule of 72 correlate with compounding interest and this rice robbery? The Rule of 72 is a shortcut used to estimate the number
Q2 2024 Market In Review
Below we will discuss the elephants in the economic room, market returns, consumer saving levels, inflation, mortgages, and the real estate
SIMPLE vs. SEP IRA
Most small business owners want to offer some sort of retirement plan to their employees as a work benefit. And the most cost effective...
Q1 2024 Market Overview
Global stocks had an impressive start to the year, returning 8% in the first quarter. The prospect of an AI-driven...
Gilead Sciences 401k Plan Breakdown
Gilead's 401k plan comes with a 61-page summary plan description (SPD) that details all the options and nuances that can differ between...
Dynasty 529 Plan
A Dynasty 529 plan is when you superfund one or multiple 529 accounts to create a college savings account for an entire family branch...
Are Dividends Irrelevant?
Dividends have an almost cult-like following. Believers shout their praises from the rooftops. However, is there a firm foundation under...
Q4 2023 Market Review
After posting double-digit losses in 2022, stocks soared and bonds rebounded last year.
What is Factor Investing?
Factor investing is a Nobel prize-winning investment strategy that targets specific factors within index funds. It’s our favorite long-term
Q3 2023 Mortgage, Auto, and Credit Card Delinquency Rates
You'll notice in the three charts below that delinquency rates for credit cards, auto loans, and mortgages have been increasing. However,
In Honor of Charlie Munger - A Few Quotes
"The best armor of old age is a well spent life preceding it."
Flat Fee Financial Advisors vs. 1% AUM Financial Advisors
However, the core argument here is that you are better off if you receive the same product for a lower price. It's as simple as that.
Bonds Are More Volatile Than You Think
Surely, bonds can't change in price by 50%, 60%, or even 70% in a year. However, this extreme bond volatility is possible, and is why...
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