With the highly publicized and heated election coming up, a question I often get asked is “does the presidential election affect the stock market?” Many are concerned that the huge uncertainty…
May 25, 2016We naturally don’t enjoy losing – whether it’s just a through a friendly sports game or an intense competition, we’ve all felt that sting before. What you may not realize…
May 24, 2016While there are some instances where having excess confidence is helpful (like in a job interview), it can often prove harmful. For example, numerous studies have been developed on the…
May 23, 2016Conventional wisdom exists everywhere, and although it’s typically accepted at face value as theory, it turns out to be wrong quite frequently. For example, millions of people used to be…
May 17, 2016Especially in times of heightened stock market volatility, I frequently get asked by first-time investors if they should have their wealth (or at least a good portion of it) in…
May 3, 2016If you’re building an investment portfolio, you’ve most likely wondered how you should allocate your assets. It’s a good question to ask: picking the right mix of stocks, bonds, hard…
April 27, 2016Many times, investors will put a huge portion of their portfolios into a “can’t miss” investment, or allocate most of their money into one investment vehicle. After all, who doesn’t…
April 25, 2016Everyone loves a good story – whether it’s through a best-selling novel or a box-office hit, we can’t help but get drawn into a compelling narrative. Journalists are well aware…
April 19, 2016Spring has finally arrived, and it’s the perfect inspiration to clean up your finances. Just like when you clean your home or apartment, now is a great time to examine…
April 11, 2016You have probably experienced a nervous feeling before delivering a speech or heading up to a podium. If you’ve ever had sweaty palms during this experience, you’re not alone – studies…
April 5, 2016