The Index Bogeyman

April 10 2019
Over the last several years, index funds have received increased attention from investors and the financial media. Some have even made claims that the increased usage of index funds may be distorting market prices. For many, this argument hinges on the premise that indexing reduces the efficacy of price discovery. […]...

Getting to the Point of a Point

March 31 2019
A quick online search for “Dow rallies 500 points” yields a cascade of news stories with similar titles, as does a similar search for “Dow drops 500 points.” These types of headlines may make little sense to some investors, given that a “point” for the Dow and what it means […]...

Making the Most of Your Special Day

January 2 2019
Paying for a wedding can be a lot, but why not take advantage of it? Here are the three main things you should look for in a wedding credit card: sign-up bonus, introductory interest rates, and rewards types. You’ll typically get a sign-up bonus after you spend a certain amount […]...

Should You Direct Deposit Your Investments?

August 31 2018
My number one piece of advice is to use your employer’s direct deposit to automate savings. Most people believe that their entire paycheck should be sent to their checking account before being disbursed towards expenses & savings, which means people see their entire paycheck before making any savings decisions. I […]...