The world belongs to the optimists. No, really. Being able to see a positive future can get you through temporary turbulence, rewarding you in the long run.
When the markets crashed 6 years ago, many people withdrew. This is a common phenomenon; typically, people stay in the market when it’s good and leave when it’s bad. Continue reading
Did you know adults are more confident about choosing the right surgeon for a major surgery than selecting the right investment? That finding from a recent AARP survey should send a message to any investment advisor: Keep it simple, stupid! However, apparently not everyone has received the memo. Continue reading
“April showers bring May flowers.”
We have all heard this rhyme at various points in our lives. But how many of us are familiar with the investment adage to “Sell in May and Go Away?” This saying originated in England, and the most credible version was, “Sell in May and go away, do not return until St. Leger’s Day.” Established in 1776, St. Leger’s Day falls on the second Saturday in September and is famous to English horse racing fans as the final leg of Britain’s five Classics. Continue reading
Volatility is an expected component of the markets.
In order to be a successful investor and receive the return you desire from an equity market, you must be capable of tolerating and absorbing price fluctuations, as uncomfortable as it may be.
People want their stock to follow a straight line up – that’s not how global equity markets work. Continue reading
At Via Four Investments, we can assist you with managing your 401k and other retirement savings. Your 401k is an important piece of your retirement planning tool box as the money it contains grows tax free. Helping you to save your money with the same academic rigour you would use for non-401k money. Having a financial professional involved allows investors to be more successful with the longer term investment of a 401k. Continue reading