Investing is as “Simple as That”

Investing as Simple as Possible

Investing as Simple as Possible   Investing made as simple as possible: Buy stocks when you have the money Sell when you need the money Simple and easy. But let’s get into the details to flush out what you actually […]

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Structured Product as a “Hedge”

Structured Product as a Hedge Are you being sold structured products as a hedge? What is a structured product, and why should you avoid them? Or, if you are convinced that they do in fact offer downside protection, what do […]

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How Long Does a Bear Market Last?

How Long Does a Market Drawdown Last? We are in a bear market. How long do drawdowns last? That is, how many years might it take your portfolio to recover from the current bear market? All we have is history […]

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What is a Buffered ETF?

What is a Buffer or Buffered ETF? What is a Buffer EFT? Buffer or buffered ETFs have been around since about 2018. The idea: you have some downside protection and a chance at growth. Does that sound familiar? Yup, another […]

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Sartre’s Investment Advice for You

Portfolio Makeover by Jean-Paul Sartre   If you are considering retirement in a couple years, it’s time to prepare your portfolio. While “Portfolio Makeovers” are popular, a superficial change in the appearance of your portfolio is not enough. Jean-Paul Sartre […]

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