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Should You Add "Alternative" Investments To Your Portfolio Mix?

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by  Erik Conley

Why ‘alternatives’ make sense for some investors High stock prices, low bond yields and geopolitical risk all make this poorly understood asset class an interesting choice With the equity market at an all-time ...

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The Stock Market Has Nearly Tripled Since March 9, 2009

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by  Erik Conley

It’s been a great bull run, but did you stay in it? On March 9, 2009, the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at 6,547.05, which was, at the time, its lowest close in ...

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How To Get A Million Dollars Into Your Retirement Account

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by  Erik Conley

If I had a dollar for every time I read the words “if you want to save enough for retirement, start early” I would be able to retire. But what’s usually left out ...

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The Real Problem With 401k Plans

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by  Erik Conley

This past year has seen a firestorm of criticism casting 401(k)s as mostly terrible. Their performance is too poor, and the fees too high, with poor investment choices built into most of them. ...

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Can You Invest Successfully Without Professional Help?

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by  Erik Conley

There’s no doubt that you “can” succeed without help, but the more relevant question is… should you even attempt it?  This article from InvestmentNews reveals some interesting considerations for those contemplating the DIY ...

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