Why are Americans spending so much money?
Ben Carlson
How Should You Judge Your Investment Performance?
The only benchmark you need when assessing your investment performance.
The Evolution of Financial Advice
A deep dive into how financial advice has changed by decade.
How Much Money Does it Take to Feel Wealthy?
Wealth is a relative feeling. Some people compare their level of wealth to other people. Some people compare their level of wealth to their previous levels of wealth. Some people think of wealth in terms of the material possessions they own. Some people think of wealth in terms of how much money they make. Some…
How Cheap (or Expensive) is the Stock Market Right Now?
A closer look at stock market valuations.
How to Invest if You’re Sitting on a Pile of Cash Right Now
How to invest a big pile of cash when you don’t have an investment strategy.
This is Why You Stay the Course
Doing nothing is harder than it sounds.
Can We Have a New Bull Market With 3% Unemployment?
The relationship between stock market returns and the unemployment rate.
The Consequences of a Baby Bust
Should we worry about declining fertility rates?
The Rebalancing Bonus
Some thoughts on diversification, asset allocation and rebalancing your portfolio.
