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“No matter how great the talent or efforts, some things take time. You can’t produce a baby in one month by getting nine women pregnant.”  — Warren Buffett

Timely insights to help you navigate questions about investing, the markets, and current events.

Have you ever wondered if your investments could make a difference in the world? 

We provide the latest insights and commentary on responsible investing and comprehensive financial planning to help you make informed decisions that align with your values.

You may have heard that behavioral biases and emotions can be a major threat to our financial well-being. We make emotional decisions far too hastily because of unrealistic assumptions. In this blog, we explore how the human mind influences our behavior and share evidence-based strategies to help us become more disciplined investors.

Managing your financial life can feel overwhelming. This blog simplifies the fundamentals, offering clear, objective guidance to help you make informed decisions. We’ll break down key concepts, challenge common myths, and share practical strategies to help you build and protect your wealth. “First, master the fundamentals.” — Larry Bird

In this blog, we identify common conflicts of interest between the investor and the investment advisor. We want to show you what a conflict of interest looks like so you will be able to recognize it yourself when you see it in the real world.

Are you interested in financial planning strategies? In this blog, I share practical perspectives on whether a particular strategy may benefit you by offering some pros and cons, or real-world applications. While definitions are easy to find, my goal is to show you how these strategies can actually be used.