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.
What Smart Investors Know
Savvy investors take the time to separate emotion from fact.
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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.
A Taxing Story: Capital Gains and Losses
Understanding how capital gains are taxed may help you refine your investment strategies.
Global and International Funds
Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?
You Would Rather Be...
Are you a thrill seeker, or content to relax in the backyard? Use this flowchart to find out more about your risk tolerance.
How to Deal With the Inevitable Volatility
Though they can be painful, market corrections are a natural and necessary part of long-term investing.
Bull & Baird: What Moves the U.S. Stock Market?
Why did the market begin 2026 with new highs even after headlining-grabbing recent events in Venezuela?
Five for Friday – February 20, 2026
Are we in an AI bubble? Are we approaching a market top? Ross tackles both questions.
5 Actions You Can Take in the Event of a Recession
Recessions might be inevitable – it doesn’t mean you need to take them lying down.
All That Matters: Should You Be Worried About a Recession?
Mike Antonelli and Ross Mayfield address the most common question they’re hearing from clients this month.
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Bursting the Bubble
Tulips were the first, but they won’t be the last. What forms a “bubble” and what causes them to burst?
Where Is the Market Headed?
We all know the stock market can be unpredictable. We all want to know, "What's next for the financial markets?"
The Fed and How It Got That Way
Here is a quick history of the Federal Reserve and an overview of what it does.
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.
Bridging the Confidence Gap
In the world of finance, the effects of the "confidence gap" can be especially apparent.
Should I Invest in Gold?
Learning more about gold and its history may help you decide whether it has a place in your portfolio.
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