The Investment Risk Most People Have Never Heard Of Knowledgeable investors are aware that investing in the capital markets presents any number of risks—interest-rate risk, company risk, and market risk. Risk is an inseparable companion to the potential for long-term growth. Some of the investment risks we face can be mitigated through diversification.¹ As an […]

Market Review – February 2015 Rumors of Deflation February saw a shift in investors’ thinking. With bond yields at record lows in Europe and with the US Federal Reserve considering a rate increase, bonds started to look less attractive. It is unclear how long this perspective will last, but there was a significant movement from […]

Social Security: Maximizing Your Social Security Benefits Most understand that waiting to claim Social Security benefits can result in higher monthly payments. However, many don’t understand that there are other ways to maximize their benefits, some of which depend on their marital status. Understanding the strategies for maximizing your Social Security retirement income benefits should […]