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Tariff volatility: Investor questions
Amid market volatility sparked by U.S. tariff announcements, Kyle Tetting advises three questions for long-term investors.
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Retirement: Thinking about spending
Although retirement is the most expensive purchase we’ll ever make, only 34% of workers have estimated their retirement expenses.
Rebalancing: More investing, less emotion
A strategically balanced investment portfolio is a moving target. The optimal balance can shift with individual circumstances or asset performance. In a MONEY TALK VIDEO, Steve Giles explains how occasional rebalancing can help investors more objectively consider when and how to readjust their holdings. […]
Putting housing in its place
By Joel Dresang Think of your home as your castle, not your bank. […]

When Should I …rebalance my portfolio?
Consider rebalancing whenever your asset allocations stray significantly from your long-term strategy.
When Should I …start saving for college?
The sooner, the better. That’s the best approach to any saving plan. Children’s education ranks right after parents’ retirement as an investment priority for families. Factors to consider include: How much you expect college to cost How much of the cost you plan to cover How long until the money is needed How much you…

The importance of humility in investing
Humility is a discipline that can help protect investors from letting their emotions overrule their common sense.