No Non-Cents Blog

Volatility is nothing new. Markets rise, fall, and then rise again — often for reasons that seem disconnected from the real world. Yet even though we intellectually understand that markets move in cycles, our behavior  often tells a different story. One of the most interesting truths in wealth management is this: The greatest threat to long-term returns is rarely the market itself. It’s the decisions investors make during stressful moments. This reality is the foundation of

The One Big Beautiful Bill  has hit the tax world like a tidal wave. While high-income taxpayers can cheer at the temporary increase in the state and local tax (SALT) deduction, there’s a hidden trap lurking beneath the headlines—a tax “torpedo” that can blow a hole in your bank account if you’re not careful. Think of it as a financial booby trap: you see a treasure chest of deductions, but open it without planning, and—kaboom—your tax bill rockets higher than expected. What

If you’ve been watching the markets lately, chances are you’ve felt the pull of uncertainty. Volatility is back in the headlines, pundits...

Market volatility is an inevitable part of investing, but when tariffs and trade disputes enter the equation, it can lead to heightened...

Discover the benefits of an antifragile retirement plan that survives market downturns and thrives, turning challenges into opportunities.