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The Value of Advice

Financial advice has the best chance of success when
it’s built on a relationship. Because no two investors
are alike, we’ll work together to construct a financial
plan that reflects your goals as they change over time.

Remember: Recoveries Have Rewarded Patience

When the financial markets are in turmoil and account balances start to fall, there can be a strong temptation to attempt to “do something” to stem any perceived losses. Yet it is often the case that staying the course—or doing nothing—proves to be the better path.

Why You Shouldn't Abandon Bonds

While swift bond price declines can be upsetting, it’s important to remain focused on the long-term benefits of higher interest rates.
As a medium- to long-term investor, you should care more about bond total returns instead of the negative short-term impact on bond prices.

Volatile Markets: Don't Rely on Headlines for Guidance on When to Invest

Falling markets and drastic headlines can tempt individuals to abandon their long-term investing plans. However, timing the market is essentially an impossible task.

Volatile Markets: A Chance to Clean Up Portfolios and Retirement Strategies

No matter what’s happening in the economy and financial markets, we’re always on the lookout for ways to bring you closer to your goals; even as we remain focused on executing your financial plan, we’re never standing still.

Stick with your Plan... Even When the Markets Get Sticky

Emotions and investing can be a losing combination. Don’t abandon your investment mix just because the market is uncertain.

How Rebalancing can Reduce your Risk

The purpose of rebalancing isn’t to score the maximum returns possible. The purpose is to manage risk, so your nest egg might fluctuate less in the event of a downturn.

When will we get Back to Average Market Returns?

Average total returns in the stock and bond markets are often cited in financial circles, perhaps giving lay investors the false impression that these returns are the norm. In reality, there have been few years when either stocks or bonds delivered returns that are even close to market averages. .

When Markets are Jumpy, Maintain Focus on your Goals

While you can’t control the markets, you can manage how you react to their swings. The key is to zoom out from any particular period and focus on the long-term trend.

Understanding Market Downturns

For prepared investors, market downturns can represent great opportunity