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.
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.
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Five for Friday – May 8, 2026
Corporate profits and the job market are doing better than gloomy headlines suggest (but long-term bond yields may be a risk)
Jane Bond: Infiltrating the Market
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, cracking the code on bonds.
All That Matters: Shiny Signals
Mike and Ross discuss gold and silver, FOMO, and why disciplined investing matters more than chasing a vertical chart.
The ABCs of Zero Coupon Bonds
Understanding some basic concepts may help you assess whether zero-coupon bonds have a place in your portfolio.
Bank Failures Spark Questions Over Deposit Insurance
Our Washington Policy Research team explores the debate in Washington about whether to expand federal deposit insurance.
Bull & Baird: What a Run
Waiting can be the hardest part of investing. Mike Antonelli explains why it's also the most important behavior to master.
Can a Stock Market Selloff Be a Good Thing?
When a down market can be a blessing in disguise.
Does Diversification Still Work?
Hindsight may be 20/20, but investing is about looking forward.
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Monthly Budget
Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
What Is My Net Worth?
Get a snapshot of your overall financial picture by calculating your total net worth.
Student Loan Payoff Calculator: Extra Payments Can Save You
See how extra payments toward your student loans could shorten your payoff timeline.
Debt-to-Income Ratio Calculator
Calculate your debt-to-income ratio to understand how lenders may view your financial health.
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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?
Jane Bond: Scaling the Ladder
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, uncovering the mystery of bond laddering.
Investments
You’ve made investments your whole life. Work with us to help make the most of them.
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.
What Can a Million Dollars Buy You?
$1 million in a diversified portfolio could help finance part of your retirement.
Are Alternative Investments Right for You?
With alternative investments, it’s critical to sort through the complexity.
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