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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.

From Boats to Brokers

From the Dutch East India Company to Wall St., the stock market has a long and storied history.

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The Cycle of Investing

Understanding the cycle of investing may help you avoid easy pitfalls.

Required Reading: The Economic Report of the President

The Economic Report of the President can help identify the forces driving — or dragging — the economy.

Jane Bond: Scaling the Ladder

Agent Jane Bond is on the case, uncovering the mystery of bond laddering.

Pullbacks, Corrections, and Bear Markets

When the market experiences volatility, it may be a good time to review these common terms.

All That Matters: Shiny Signals

Mike and Ross discuss gold and silver, FOMO, and why disciplined investing matters more than chasing a vertical chart.

Everything You Need To Know About Trump Accounts

Trump Accounts, a new investment vehicle for minors, are launching this July. Here’s what we know so far.

In the Markets Now: What I'm Thankful For

There’s a lot to be thankful for in the markets.

Bull & Baird: AI Narratives

AI is powerful and so is the narrative around it. Mike looks to the pandemic for a lesson about fear of the future.

Getting Ahead of the Curve

Learn how to use bond ladders to make the most of higher interest rates without locking yourself into a long-term investment.

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The Junk Drawer Approach to Investing

It's easy to let investments accumulate like old receipts in a junk drawer.

The Real Cost of a Vacation Home

What if instead of buying that vacation home, you invested the money?

Should You Invest in Exchange Traded Funds?

There are thousands of ETFs available. Should you invest in them?

The Fed and How It Got That Way

Here is a quick history of the Federal Reserve and an overview of what it does.

Jane Bond: Scaling the Ladder

Agent Jane Bond is on the case, uncovering the mystery of bond laddering.

What Smart Investors Know

Savvy investors take the time to separate emotion from fact.

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What’s Your Investment IQ?

You make decisions for your portfolio, but how much do you really know about the products you buy? Try this quiz

Even Now, There Are Reasons To Own Bonds

Common wisdom holds that when stocks go down, bonds should go up – but what if they both go down at the same time?

ESG Under the Microscope

Baird’s John Taft and Chris Merker on how ESG is evolving and what investors should watch for.

Rebalancing Your Portfolio

Over time, different investments' performances can shift a portfolio’s intent and risk profile. Rebalancing may be critical.

Five for Friday – May 29, 2026

Ross talks consumer sentiment, “vibecession,” and an asset class that could be a useful diversifier beyond stocks and bonds.

Bull & Baird: What Moves the U.S. Stock Market?

Why did the market begin 2026 with new highs even after headlining-grabbing recent events in Venezuela?

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Finding the Balance

The sandwich generation faces unique challenges. For many, meeting needs is a matter of finding a balance.

The Real Cost of a Vacation Home

What if instead of buying that vacation home, you invested the money?

Should You Invest in Exchange Traded Funds?

There are thousands of ETFs available. Should you invest in them?

Inflation and Your Portfolio

Even low inflation rates can pose a threat to investment returns.

Are Alternative Investments Right for You?

With alternative investments, it’s critical to sort through the complexity.

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