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It Is NOT Normal to Be Average!

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People like to think of investing in terms of averages. This is simply not reality—and, furthermore, it can be very dangerous to your financial health.

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Why Should You Diversify?

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Recent market volatility has spooked many into asking about “getting out” of the market—right on the heels of many putting ALL their investment dollars in the US market! Both extremes are dangerous and should be avoided. Read on for some critical investment guidance.

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The Flat-Out Truth – Understanding Yield Curves

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We often see the term “yield curve” bantered around by TV’s talking heads and in the financial press. Read on to learn all about what the yield curve is—and to gain perspective on its impact on equity markets.

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Predicting the Market – The Impact of Elections

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Thankfully the annoying political ads are gone for another two years. But what sort of impact will the election results have on our portfolios? The astute reader already knows the answer—do you? Read on for some critical investment guidance.

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Investor Education – Volatility Versus Risk

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I believe that nearly 100% of your success as an investor is based on your ability to control your emotions and behaviors. Do you truly understand volatility versus risk? Read on for some insights that have the potential to save you from self-destructing your investment portfolio!

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