NEWSLETTER

Whether you’re new to the stock market or a seasoned investor, it can be hard to keep your emotions in check.

It’s important to have a basic understanding of the concepts and terms financial professionals you speak with will be using. This can help you make more informed decisions as you move forward in navigating the financial services industry.

When it comes to money, there are four ways you can more effectively manage your finances so you remain in control of your spending habits.

When deciding which types of investments you’re interested in pursuing, consider some of this helpful information you can use to better understand evidence-based investing and how it differs from other types of investment styles.

Today, Eric continues the discussion from the most recent video. In the last video, we saw how since 1980, 29 out of 39 years saw positive returns on investment. However, even during the positive growth years, there are falls, or "drawdowns" in the market. In this video, Eric explains that, just as before, volatility of markets is to be expected, and can occur at any time, even during good years.

In some ways, a self-directed IRA is a part-time job, so you want to carefully think about your own capabilities and time before you make the commitment.

Today, Eric explains that volatility of the market is historical and expected. And though it is important to understand, fear of market volatility should not drive investment decisions.

Your employer may offer you a Roth 403(b) plan. Before you start contributing, it’s important to understand where you’re money’s going and the tax implications this type of account will have on you now and into retirement.

Today, Eric talks about how increases in short term interest rates have resulted in the flattening of the yield curve. He also explains the impact this can have on the economy.