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To Get Better Results, Avoid These Behavior Traps

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by  Erik Conley

Humans are wired to be successful at lots of activities. We’re highly skilled at things like survival, reproduction, and social interaction.  But figuring out the best way to invest our life savings isn’t ...

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Myopic Loss Aversion: What It Is And How To Avoid It

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by  Erik Conley

In this series of articles I explore behavioral influences on investors’ decision-making and the effects these have on investment success. The purpose of these articles is to shine a light on common behavioral ...

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Active vs Passive Investing – Which Side Are You On?

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by  Erik Conley

One of the most fundamental decisions every investor faces is active vs passive. This is one of the most hotly contested debates in finance. The active crowd believes that they can “beat the ...

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Are We In The Early Stage of a New Stock Market Bubble?

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by  Erik Conley

It’s well-established that the stock market swings between periods of under-valuation and over-valuation. One of the most critical decisions any investor must make is what to do when the market is in an ...

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Are You New To Investing?

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by  Erik Conley

If you are struggling with questions like “How do I even begin to figure out how much I need to save, what I should invest in, and and how to plan for my ...

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