by Joe Allaria | Jan 25, 2022 | Article, Portfolio Management
2021 Review + 2022 Stock Market Predictions At the beginning of every year, we see stock market predictions being released by financial institutions, fund managers, financial media personnel, and other financial “experts.” Most of these predictions end up being wildly...
by Joe Allaria | Dec 29, 2021 | Article, Portfolio Management, Risk Management
Health Savings Accounts: A Best-Kept Secret? Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) are somewhat of a hidden gem in the investment world. Many people may have heard of an HSA before, but few are aware of how beneficial they can be. In many of my own client interactions, I...
by Joe Allaria | Sep 28, 2021 | Article, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning
Annuities: Pros, Cons, and What are They, Anyway? Some people love them. Some hate them! So, are annuities good or are they bad? The truth is that because there are so many different types of annuities, they cannot all be characterized as either good or bad. Each...
by Joe Allaria | Aug 17, 2021 | Article, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning
EQ vs. IQ When Investing The ups and downs of investing can cause some investors to experience “market fatigue.” It’s not always our balances that get beat down, but our emotions, which is why a high level of EQ (or emotional intelligence) can be more beneficial than...
by Joe Allaria | Mar 23, 2021 | Article, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning, Risk Management
Should I Invest Near a Market High? When the stock market is near an all-time high, some investors decide to exit the stock market, fearing of a possible decline. Although this is a common and logical concern, historical data shows that may not be the most prudent...
by Joe Allaria | Feb 26, 2021 | Article, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning
Is the 60/40 Portfolio Dead? Portfolios with 60% stocks and 40% bonds have been a staple of investing for the last few decades, but many think these portfolios could face major challenges in the next several years. With interest rates near historic lows, successful...
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