Investment
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.
The Rule of 72
Do you know how long it may take for your investments to double in value? The Rule of 72 is a quick way to figure it out.
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The Business Cycle
How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?
All That Matters: Is This the Top?
Is the bull market peaking? Not so fast. Mike & Ross discuss their continued optimism about the current market rally.
The Fed and How It Got That Way
Here is a quick history of the Federal Reserve and an overview of what it does.
Five for Friday – February 27, 2026
Ross looks at AI fears, IPO hopes, ATM lessons, and the humble aspirin.
Bull & Baird: The Siren's Call
In investing, a sense of purpose can protect you from a siren song of unhelpful distractions.
In the Markets Now: Soft Landings and Bull Markets
The current bull market is set to enter its third year. What are the real risks facing investors?
All That Matters: An Investing Dinner
Mike and Ross gather around the Thanksgiving dinner table with five investor emotions. Who’s at your table?
Bull & Baird: When Uncertainty Reigns
What can a recent spring storm tell us about the market's current volatility?
How Financial Professionals Are Compensated
Read this overview to learn how financial advisors are compensated.
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College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
What Is My Net Worth?
Get a snapshot of your overall financial picture by calculating your total net worth.
Debt-to-Income Ratio Calculator
Calculate your debt-to-income ratio to understand how lenders may view your financial health.
Monthly Budget
Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
Student Loan Payoff Calculator: Extra Payments Can Save You
See how extra payments toward your student loans could shorten your payoff timeline.
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The Fed and How It Got That Way
Here is a quick history of the Federal Reserve and an overview of what it does.
The Rule of 72
Do you know how long it may take for your investments to double in value? The Rule of 72 is a quick way to figure it out.
The Cycle of Investing
Understanding the cycle of investing may help you avoid easy pitfalls.
Bursting the Bubble
Tulips were the first, but they won’t be the last. What forms a “bubble” and what causes them to burst?
The Business Cycle
How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?
Inflation and Your Portfolio
Even low inflation rates can pose a threat to investment returns.
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