September 2022 Market Commentary
For 2022, it may feel like the theme has been “nowhere to hide.” As this is written, the year-to-date performance of stocks is -22.17% and typically stable bonds are -13.54% through 9/22/2022.
So, what is going on? While no one knows for sure what drives the stock and bond market in the very short-term, I think it is safe to say there are a few issues that are weighing on investors’ minds:
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The Myth About Holding Individual Bonds
“My bond pays me 6%. It’s crazy that people own bonds yielding only 2%.” “My broker built a bond ladder of individual bonds. As long as I hold until maturity, it can’t lose value.” You may have heard statements like this before. If true, it certainly appears that holding individual bonds is superior to holding bonds via a mutual fund or ETF. But is it?
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June 22nd Market Commentary
It's no secret that the markets are experiencing a challenging year with many wondering if we're nearing a recession. So we asked seasoned members of our Investment Committee, Pat Collins, CFP®, EA, and Greg Hobson, CFP®, AIF®, to speak to those challenges and lend some valuable perspectives based on what they've experienced during their respected careers.
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What is a CFP®? (and Why It’s Important to Work with one)
When searching for a financial advisor, you will likely see a lot of “alphabet soup” following prospective advisors’ names. While all these designations, licenses, and certifications have different education and experience requirements (and some may carry more weight than others), one certification rises above the rest as the standard for financial planning-focused advisors: the CFP®.
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Residential Rental Real Estate: Buyer Beware
Many major asset classes have experienced substantial growth over the last several years, resulting in very expensive valuations. This has led some investors to think beyond traditional investments like stocks and bonds and consider investing in single-family residential real estate for its steady cash flow and price appreciation potential. can this be a good use of capital for investors looking to earn higher potential returns?
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