Brokers vs. Advisors
Testimony by Goldman Sachs executives really did say it all

Are You Getting the Full Return Offered by the Markets?
If you're not, it's your fault

Question: You recently said that the past 10 years are called the "lost decade" because the Dow is lower today than it was 10 years ago. I wish to have another such lost decade.

Question: How do exchange-traded funds pay out dividends?

SEC Enacts New Rules to Increase Safety of Money Market Funds
But you still need to be careful when you invest

Question: I have two 401(k)s from previous employers that are worth about $160,000. I'm considering rolling them into a managed portfolio...What kind of feedback you might give me on that?

You Might Want to Rethink What You Think - Economists Don't Share Consumer Pessimism

What "Lost Decade"? 401(k) balances rose 150% in past 10 years

Volatility Has Returned to the Stock Market
Four important messages from Ric Edelman that are vital to your investments

The Stock Picking Folly
Even with the benefit of hindsight, most can't pick the right stocks

The Lost Decade - The decade has been awarded a cute name, but it's not very accurate

Did I say "the bulk" of our clients ended the decade wealthier? Why not all of them?

The Risk Is Becoming Reality - Credit Downgrades Already Affecting Some Muni Bonds
Credit Downgrades Already Affecting Some Muni Bonds

2000-2009: Worst Decade for Investments Ever
The headlines scream it, and the numbers back them up.

It's Not FDIC, and It's Not Here to Help You
Beware fraudsters posing as FDIC officials

Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities - Need a Tip on TIPS?

The Truth about Gold

Don't Become a Fraud Victim
In one of the most shocking scandals to hit Wall Street in recent years investors have lost $50 billion or more in what has been dubbed "one giant Ponzi scheme."

Giving Thanks for Good News. You're Just Not Hearing It.

How Long Will it Take for My Account to Recover?
After watching the stock market fall 45% in the last 12 months, it's easy to wonder if you'll ever get your money back.

Stock Market Returns by Presidential Party

Update Regarding the Financial Markets

Don't Just Do Something, Stand There!
Ric Edelman's Guide to the Bear Market

Do You Really Know the True Cost of Your Advisor?
Read Ric's article and find out why many advisors fail to reveal the total costs to clients.

Are You Earning the Total Returns Your Mutual Fund Offers?
You may not be earning the full profits your funds generate.

Is Your Portfolio Properly Structured?
Do you know what the terms asset allocation, portfolio rebalancing, and diversification mean, and how to apply these concepts to your portfolio?

Couldn't Say It Better Myself: CFA Institute Reveals Investors' Most Common Mistakes

Does Buy-and-Hold Beat Market Timing?
I've been wrong all these years. Okay. Fine. I admit it. For years I've been telling you that the buy-and-hold strategy always beats market timing. For years I've been telling you that you're doomed to failure if you try to engage in "market timing," a strategy where you try to buy stocks before they rise and try to sell them before they fall. For years, I've said that buy-and-hold always beats market timing. I'm wrong...

The Secret to Buying and Owning Bonds ... Profitably
When it comes to earning interest on your money, nothing is as safe as your bank account. But banks don't pay very much interest, and your purchasing power is likely to diminish if you keep your money there.