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.
The Junk Drawer Approach to Investing
It's easy to let investments accumulate like old receipts in a junk drawer.
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The Cycle of Investing
Understanding the cycle of investing may help you avoid easy pitfalls.
Five for Friday – November 21, 2025
This week, Ross looks at sources of investor anxiety and why each one is probably over-blown right now.
Bridging the Confidence Gap
In the world of finance, the effects of the "confidence gap" can be especially apparent.
In the Markets Now: The Reserve Currency
Ross provides looks at the fears that the dollar will lose its reserve status and sheds light on why it's unlikely to happen.
Nvidia and Hindsight Bias
“In looking back, I knew it all along.”
Five for Friday — January 30, 2026
Ross reflects on five of his favorite quotes from Warren Buffett.
In the Markets Now: Soft Landings and Bull Markets
The current bull market is set to enter its third year. What are the real risks facing investors?
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?
Key Money Moments: 4 Times You Should Talk to a Pro
Life happens fast, and your finances can take a backseat if you’re not careful. Is it time to check in with a financial professional? This infographic will help you examine your own financial situation and decide if it’s time to step up your financial game.
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What Smart Investors Know
Savvy investors take the time to separate emotion from fact.
From Boats to Brokers
From the Dutch East India Company to Wall St., the stock market has a long and storied history.
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.
The Business Cycle
How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?
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?"
Are Alternative Investments Right for You?
With alternative investments, it’s critical to sort through the complexity.
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