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First thought? A flawed comp, but many people talk about it, so why not. The investment performance of real estate vs the stock market (or vs any other asset class for that matter), is a discussion I have had in meetings, at dinner gatherings, on vacation...

When I started writing this, I did not think it would be as wordy. I apologize in advance, but this is valuable information, that is better explained with some degree of detail. As interest rates rose rapidly over the past 18 months, the appeal of investments...

It's that time again! Generally I circle back to this topic once every year, to highlight some of the complications associated with being a successful investor. Even that statement in and of itself, is complicated. What does it actually mean to be a successful...

I'm sure the subject has come up in your house. Or maybe out for dinner with friends, or family. Life has become increasingly expensive over the last few years. Inflation headlines, increases to interest rates, staring at that grocery bill wondering why...

There has been constant chatter on the potential impact of GLP-1 drugs, in the battle against obesity. In fact, the growing volume of this chatter makes it awfully hard to go a day, without seeing a commercial, or thought piece on the matter. If you are...

Young investors! Do you dream of one day owning your first home? Seasoned investors. Do you know a young investor in your life that one day dreams of owning their first home? This post is for you. New in 2023, allow me to introduce you to the First Home...

The Dow (DJIA) posted its longest winning streak since 1987, finishing in the green for the 13th straight session. Over that period, the index has gained about 5%. Given the expected open today, the winning streak could be extended to a 14th session,...

Today's post is one of those that is not investment centric in any way. I suppose I could go into some metaphorical comparative of risk/reward, and how investment management is the same tradeoff analysis, but I won't. I am simply fascinated by the story...

For today, just a chart and 3 quick points. Check out the journey US interest rates have been on, and where they are now! The 3 points 1- with the exception of a minor blip, interest rates have been basement dwellers for almost 2 decades. 2- there is...