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For the first time since the stock market crash of 2008, consumer confidence with the stock market has returned. According to legendary Washington Post columnist, Michelle Singletary, investors have had a bumpy ride over the past decade. In the process, they have been rewarded with annual returns of approximately 12%. More Americans own stocks. This… Continue reading →

Investors should consider using cash-equivalent investments, such as money market funds or CDs, to make sure that your idle cash is generating attractive short-term gains. Source: The Wall Street Journal May 6, 2023. What Investors Should Know About Money-Market Funds and CDs Investors are turning to these cash-equivalent investments, some of which are yielding 5%… Continue reading →

The Rebalance tried-and-true adage remains the same, echoed by this NYTs columnist: it is nearly impossible to beat the stock market. The most prudent long-term investing strategy is to “own” the entire stock market through low-cost, broad exposure index funds. Source: The New York Times April 14, 2023. With the Odds on Their Side, They… Continue reading →

With the perspective of time, the calls for the death of the 60%/40% investment strategy came too soon. The click-bait articles of 2022 did not deter the Rebalance long-term investors. Source: The Wall Street Journal April 12, 2023. The 60-40 Investment Strategy Is Back After Tanking Last Year The recovery has emboldened investors who didn’t… Continue reading →

At Rebalance, we strive to make investing and saving for retirement smoother, safer, and easier for our small business owner clients and their employees with our BetterK solution. The recent passage of the new Secure Act 2.0 aims to expand access to retirement plants, increase retirement savings, help Americans preserve income, and streamline retirement plan… Continue reading →

We all know the stories of famous athletes who go broke. And then there is the infamous “lottery curse,” where winners end up bankrupt a few short years after hitting the jackpot. Most folks think that they’re smarter than that. They believe they will properly manage any inheritances that come their way. If only we… Continue reading →

President Trump’s tariff plan is ushering in a period of historic uncertainty and stock market volatility. Wall Street Journal columnist Jason Zweig offers up a thoughtful approach to such turbulent times.   Trump Just Shredded the Economic Playbook. Here Are Your Next Investing Moves. By Jason Zweig, April 4, 2025 Thinking clearly right now is harder—but… Continue reading →

For many tech executives, stock compensation is more than just numbers on a spreadsheet; it is a key component of building their financial future. Stock compensation can take various forms – Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), Incentive Stock Options (ISOs), Non-Qualified Stock Options (NSOs), Performance Shares, and Employee Stock Purchase Plans (ESPPs). Each type brings different… Continue reading →

Hope springs eternal, especially in March. Like many firms, ours runs an informal NCAA basketball tournament pool for our employees. It is fun. The traditional college tournament thrills fans and creates so much interest that an estimated one in four Americans fills out a bracket to predict who will win it all. As a financial… Continue reading →

  As a financial advisor, increasingly I find myself in a ticklish situation: Trying to convince people that taking an easy yield on cash is not a long-term investment strategy.  Here is what typically happens, in my experience. Imagine a couple in their early 60s. They have diligently saved for retirement.  As they approach the… Continue reading →

Brackets may change. The standard deduction could fall. And President Trump will probably not remove taxes on Social Security income.   19 Ways Congressional Tax Action (or Inaction) Could Hit Your Wallet by: Ron Lieber and Tara Siegel Bernard At the end of February, the House of Representatives passed a budget calling for up to $4.5 trillion in tax cuts over… Continue reading →

For most people, investing can feel like a long drive down the highway. The sun is out, the road is flat, the music soothing. Even at 70 miles per hour the ride is uneventful. Until, of course, you hit a pothole or enter a rough stretch of pavement. Your trip can go from a snooze… Continue reading →

Financial Planning in a Volatile Market Volatile investment markets highlight the importance of proactive financial planning. Part of building a plan is ensuring proper investment allocation so you can build resilience against market fluctuations. To prepare for this, it’s essential to understand your complete financial picture, something a comprehensive plan can help you achieve. The… Continue reading →

How does MIT Professor Daron Acemoglu, winner of the 2024 Noble Prize for Economics, and one of the world’s experts in AI, invest his own money? Solely via a portfolio of index funds… of course! Is Artificial Intelligence Really Worth the Hype? By Jeff Sommer, February 7, 2025 After the arrival of a less costly… Continue reading →

Retirement investment planning is all about making the most of your savings opportunities, and a new rule under the SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022 is set to provide just that. Beginning in 2025, individuals aged 60 to 63 will be eligible for higher catch-up contributions, helping them bolster their retirement nest egg as they approach… Continue reading →