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    Investing for Women: One Key to NOT Outliving Your Assets

    Wed, Mar 16, 2022

    Investing for Women: One Key to NOT Outliving Your Assets

    Women in general are on pace for a richer future than prior generations. But they also may risk falling behind inflation and outliving their assets.

    Investing for Women: The Whys and Hows

    Wed, Mar 2, 2022

    Investing for Women: The Whys and Hows

    Women have confidently run their households for generations, but when it comes to investing, only one-third see themselves as investors. Yet evidence shows they outperform men. Why is there a disconnect?

    In Active v. Passive, the Economy May Deliver the Knockout Punch

    Wed, Feb 23, 2022

    In Active vs. Passive, the Economy May Deliver the Knockout Punch

    Evidence suggests the performance of active vs. passive managers can be influenced heavily by the economy and the markets. Is your portfolio ready for a market shift?

    The market explained in two charts

    Wed, Feb 9, 2022

    The Market Explained in Two Charts

    Two themes helped drive the U.S. market higher in 2021. And those same factors seem to be part of the reason for its decline. What does it mean for your portfolio?

    Quality vs. Growth: Is One Better For Your Long-Term Wealth?

    Wed, Jan 26, 2022

    Quality vs. Growth: Is One Better For Your Long-Term Wealth?

    Stock selection is a key component of investing. And as investors found out in 2022, certain characteristics perform well in specific environments. For instance, last year's economic decline and market uncertainty played well for value stocks. But over the long term, historically, growth and quality stocks tended to perform well. So how do investors know which is the best to achieve their goals going forward?

    Asset Allocation Models and the Foolish Approach

    Wed, Jan 12, 2022

    Asset Allocation Models and the "Foolish" Approach

    There’s no fool-proof way to protect invested assets fully, but there are ways to better insulate against market drawdowns. Employing the “right” asset allocation is one of the most powerful.

    6 Sources of Retirement Income

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    6 Sources of Retirement Income

    Many retirement planning guides focus on finances, but we believe a satisfying retirement goes beyond how much money you have saved. It’s also about how you intend to use your savings.