by Elle Kaplan | Oct 15, 2015 | BDE, Investing
When we think of Mark Twain, we normally think of one of the greatest novelists in American history. However, as revolutionary as he may have been as a writer, Mark Twain was not exactly the best investor. In fact, by the age of 59, Twain had lost nearly his entire...
by Elle Kaplan | Oct 2, 2015 | BDE, Investing
We’ve written before about topics like market volatility, but sometimes it is helpful to have a list of “go-to” rules to remember when the markets experience a bit of downturn. To get your mind back on what matters most, here are a few things to remember to help you...
by Elle Kaplan | Sep 17, 2015 | BDE, Investing
Whether you are a millennial who has just come into some inheritance, or you’re thinking about the best way to invest for your retirement fund; or investing 1 million dollars or 100 dollars, the strategy is the same. The best way to invest your wealth is by investing...
by Elle Kaplan | Sep 8, 2015 | BDE, Investing
A lot can happen in one year. Has there been a marriage or a birth in your family? Have you recently changed careers? These life changes often come with a price in the form of an inevitable increase or decrease in your expenses. When this happens, it’s important to...
by Elle Kaplan | Aug 31, 2015 | BDE, Investing
Being in finance for over a decade I’ve sometimes witnessed the reactionary behavior of some investors the moment that the markets experience fluctuation or volatility. Adopting a pessimistic outlook may lead you to panic, whether it is in your daily life, or in your...
by Elle Kaplan | Aug 24, 2015 | BDE, Investing
One of the most common questions I have been asked over the years has been “what is the best way to invest money?” or “what is the best way to grow my wealth?” I hear this from clients, journalists and particularly at dinner parties or special events. And while I’ll...