Why Active Investing Fails: Trying to Beat the Markets News travels fast, and managers who were once able to capitalize on the successes or failures of a company are now competing with computer models and, believe it or not, artificial intelligence. Competition is so great it is difficult to win consistently over a long […]
Checking in with Your Investments at Mid-Year
We are about halfway through 2017, and that new year shine is wearing off. This is a good time to check up on the changes you made back in January. Looking at your progress helps you keep it going, and that goes for diets, habits and even your investments. If you made changes to your […]
5 Things to Consider Before Buying an Investment Property
Buying an investment property can seem like a great idea. It’s a good way to diversify your income, it can provide an additional stream of income in retirement, and you can build up to owning multiple properties in just a few years. Before you jump into the real estate market, there’s a few realities you […]
Stock Options Explained
Many companies now offer employees the opportunity to own company stock. In fact, about 36% of the work force owns stock in their employers. Stock options can be a great benefit for both the employer and the employee. Employees get additional benefits, and companies attract and retain valued employees who are invested in the company. […]
4 Actions to Take Right Now to Get Your Investments in Shape
At the beginning of each year, people are filled with renewed optimism for the year ahead. It’s an opportunity to have a fresh start and a great time to set goals and resolutions. But alongside those goals of getting in shape, working hard, and spending less, there’s one area that you should focus on as […]