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Recently we have seen a rotation from the technology stocks that has led the market into other areas, such as smaller and medium-sized companies.  For example, Mohawk Industries, a mundane flooring...

The fact that the price of a stock market average, like the S&P 500, is lower than it has been on average over the last 50 days is often a signal. A signal of what, you may ask?  When a stock or...

As the first buds of spring emerge, it’s time to embark on the annual ritual of refreshing and revitalizing—not just our homes, but also our investment portfolios. Just as clutter accumulates in our...

A new year means new tax changes. While Congress didn’t pass any major tax reform last year, some tax provisions have been updated that could affect how much money you keep and how much goes to...

Every January, it’s customary to look back on the year that was. What were the highlights? What were the “lowlights”? What events will we remember? Most importantly, what did we learn? As you know,...

Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year. It’s a time for visiting family and friends; a time for renewing old acquaintances. We share gifts with those we care about, reach out to those we...

Happy Thanksgiving!  Recently, we came across a poem that reminded us of all there is to be grateful for.  It’s about the little things in life and why they matter.  In honor of Thanksgiving, we...

If you’ve been paying attention to the headlines, you know that September was a rough month for the markets. The S&P 500 finished down 4.9%, making it the worst month of the year.  For the...

Jackson Pollock was an action painter. He poured, dropped, and dripped paint onto horizontal canvases. Some people look at his work and wonder why it’s highly valued. Others find deep meaning in the...

Central banks are hawkish. Stocks popped higher, anyway. Last week, despite signs that inflation is slowing, U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed) officials emphasized their commitment to tightening monetary...