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Saturday, July 25, 2026
Hey Chat, Should I Take an Investment Holiday?
McFaddin on the Markets
Summer is here, but your portfolio shouldn't take a vacation. With the AI boom concentrating market profits and data center buildouts facing major delays, market volatility could be creating new buying opportunities.
Friday, July 24, 2026
Transparency Matters in AI, Relationships, and Even... ETFs
Transparency is more than just a buzzword; it's a crucial investing principle. Discover why knowing exactly what's in your ETF can help you avoid hidden risks, overlap, and excessive fees, and why daily disclosure is especially important for actively managed funds.
Friday, July 17, 2026
When Investing at All-Time Highs… Buy, Buy, Buy
It might feel risky to invest when the stock market hits a record high, but past history has shown that all-time highs were often milestones on the way to sometimes even higher levels, not necessarily warning signs to flee.
Monday, July 13, 2026
SpaceX Is Going to Mars but Not the S&P 500
SpaceX* might be aiming for Mars, but even a supernova $2 trillion IPO wouldn't automatically land it in the S&P 500. Discover why the world's most widely tracked index has strict inclusion requirements—like positive earnings and a 12-month post-IPO waiting period—designed to protect everyday investors.
Friday, July 03, 2026
Sell in May and Go Away? Here’s Why Investors Shouldn’t Take the Summer Off.
An old investing adage says, "sell in May and go away," but taking the summer off from investing could cost you. Discover why trying to time the market's seasonal swings often leads to missed opportunities, higher taxes, and lost compounding growth.
Friday, June 26, 2026
There are 4,740 ETFs out there. How can you choose where to put your investment dollars?
With nearly 5,000 ETFs available today, choosing the right one can easily lead to indecision or “analysis paralysis.” Here are some approaches to finding the right fund for your portfolio.
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