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    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.
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    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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    Monday, June 15, 2026

    Don’t Judge ETF Performance by Price Changes Alone

    It’s easy to get overwhelmed watching the daily swings of ETF prices, but share price is only part of the performance story. Discover why savvy investors look beyond price and focus on metrics like expense ratios, dividend yields, and total return to truly evaluate their ETF investments.
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    Friday, June 05, 2026

    The Best Time to Start Investing? Yesterday…

    It can be tempting to wait for the "perfect" time to start investing, but sitting on the sidelines often comes at a long-term cost. Discover why we believe time in the market beats timing the market, and how starting small today could put you on a path toward significant wealth in your future.
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    Friday, May 29, 2026

    Revisiting the Small vs Large-Cap Debate

    When deciding between small-cap and large-cap stocks, you don't have to pick sides. Discover how blending the stability of large-caps with the growth potential of small-caps can help create a more balanced, resilient portfolio.
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    Friday, May 22, 2026

    When It Comes to Value vs Growth, Why Not Both?

    The debate between value and growth investing is timeless, but why choose sides? Discover how blending the bargain-hunting discipline of value with the exponential upside of growth can help your portfolio thrive in different market environments.

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