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By Larry Swedroe An overwhelming body of evidence shows that actively managed mutual funds underperform their appropriate risk-adjusted...

By Jim Whiddon As U.S. stock market averages near all-time highs, many investors are wondering if there is more downside or upside...

By Brad Jenkins Life is hectic. Dealing with jobs, friends, family, and everything else you have on your plate contributes to that rapid...

By Brian Zdrowak Did you know that for couples living to average life expectancy there are strategies to maximize Social Security? If...

By Michael Evans If your life’s calling were an automobile, which would you be: A fast-paced Ferrari, tech-savvy Tesla or stalwart...

By Kevin Grogan Since today is May 29, I thought it would be a good time to discuss the benefits of starting a 529 college savings plan....

Carl Richards’ latest sketch makes clear what matter most in investing: the goal you set and not anyone else’s. Carl reminds us: “We all...

By Dan Solin Reverse mortgages aren’t the right decision for everyone. Here are a few alternatives. You may be all too familiar with...

From the Fixed Income Desk at The BAM ALLIANCE Q: What are the benefits of buying higher coupon bonds? A: A higher coupon or “premium”...

Dan Solin, Director of Investor Advocacy, The BAM ALLIANCE It’s unfortunate that most of what passes for financial news is misleading and...

A geologist, chemist and investment banker walk into a library… View Larry Swedroe’s webcast “Think, Act, and Invest Like Warren...

By Harris Rosen When a partner passes away or becomes debilitated, it is emotionally shattering. If your loved one runs the household or...