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Predicting the Market – The Impact of Elections

By Curt Stowers | November 9, 2018 | Comments Off on Predicting the Market – The Impact of Elections
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Thankfully the annoying political ads are gone for another two years. But what sort of impact will the election results have on our portfolios? The astute reader already knows the answer—do you? Read on for some critical investment guidance.

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Investor Education – Volatility Versus Risk

By Curt Stowers | November 2, 2018 | Comments Off on Investor Education – Volatility Versus Risk
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I believe that nearly 100% of your success as an investor is based on your ability to control your emotions and behaviors. Do you truly understand volatility versus risk? Read on for some insights that have the potential to save you from self-destructing your investment portfolio!

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Prediction Season – Why the Pundits are Clueless

By Curt Stowers | October 19, 2018 | Comments Off on Prediction Season – Why the Pundits are Clueless
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We have started the fourth quarter with a not-so-fun rollercoaster ride of stock prices. This has all of the pundits offering us their “wisdom” on what will happen next. News flash—they are all clueless! Read on to find out what you need to know.

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Costs Matter – Understanding ALL of the Costs

By Curt Stowers | October 5, 2018 | Comments Off on Costs Matter – Understanding ALL of the Costs
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Costs matter. Whether you’re buying a car or selecting an investment strategy, the costs you expect to pay are likely to be an important factor in making any major financial decision. Read on to learn about key cost areas that you need to consider when selecting investments to include in your portfolio.

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