I was recently asked what points a first-time investor should consider before investing. After giving my answer, I thought it would be helpful for my blog viewers to read my response as well. If you…
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Questions to Ask a Current or Future Investment Adviser
Hiring an Investment Adviser? The North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA) has published a brochure titled “Cutting through the Confusion: Where to Turn for Help with Your Investments,” that I have found is extremely helpful…
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Economic Recovery: Two Steps Forward, One Step Back
The stock market is down year-to-date (barely), but everything sure feels a lot better than this time last year. It’s hard to believe that it’s only been 12-months since the S&P 500 hit a low…
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ETF’s: Should you add them to your portfolio?
Exchange-Traded Funds (ETF’s) were first introduced to the stock market in 1993. However, there are now over 900 ETF’s offered on the New York Stock Exchange. So what’s the big deal? The old-school mutual fund…
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