Prosecuting a chart crime.
Ben Carlson
The Markets Can’t Save You If You Don’t Save
A 60/40 portfolio of U.S. stocks and U.S. bonds has only finished the year down double digits just 5 times in the past 94 years through year-end 2021.1 With stocks and bonds both down around 15% each in 2022 so far, it appears this year will be the 6th time in 95 years: If we…
Who Wants to Be a Billionaire?
Scott Galloway once said, “It’s never been easier to become a billionaire, or harder to become a millionaire.” I’m not sure I agree but it does seem like more people want to become a billionaire these days. I honestly don’t think it’s worth it. More money in your life is obviously better than less money but…
Owning Individual Bonds vs. Owning a Bond Fund
Finance topics that get people heated.
Boring is Beautiful in Investing
Why successful investing should be like watching paint dry.
Sam Bankman-Fried vs. The Match King
The similarities between Ivar Kreuger and Sam Bankman Fried.
4 Concerning Personal Finance Charts
Why housing and transportation are the most important parts of your budget.
How Should You Choose Your Asset Allocation?
Asset allocation selection is an art, not a science.
The Most Important Skill in Finance
Why communication skills are so important in finance.
Waiting (For a Recession) Is the Hardest Part
How will everyone react to a Fed-induced recession?