The SECURE ACT 2.0 Is Now Law
After some concerns it would not get passed in time, but with no ‘controversy on substance’, the SECURE ACT 2.0 is now law.
War, Oil, and Your 401K: How to Manage Risk in Times of Market Uncertainty
The war in Ukraine has created uncertainty in the global oil market, which can lead to an increase in oil prices.
Is Time Running Out for the Secure Act 2.0?
The Secure Act 2.0, which aims to expand access to retirement plans, needs to pass before January 3rd; otherwise it will need to be re-proposed to both houses. Although it is likely to pass eventually, due to its bipartisan support, a failure to pass it soon could result in serious delays.
FTX COLLAPSE: Risk Management Lessons to Save Your Money
The FTX collapse is a cautionary tale of many things, greed and hubris among them of course, but also a failure to really appreciate the importance of risk management. Many unsophisticated investors wonder why you would need to bother with complex models, when you can simply invest in an index fund or base your strategy on financial press hype.
Biden Takes China to the Brink, Chip & Yuan Mayhem
Biden administration punched China in the microchip solar plexus with unexpectedly tough sanctions. This happened at the same time Yuan is under pressure and political power is consolidated in China. What does this mean for your portfolio?
In Troubled Times Get Back to 401(k) Basics
As inflation continues to soar more people are cutting back on their retirement savings. Moreover, many are even afraid to check their 401K and long-term saving plan balance amid the inflation and contracting growth.
Bond and Stock Carnage: Will Bitcoin Become the Least Dirty Shirt?
Is Bitcoin going to become a truly diversifying asset? Will it become true stable money? Or will it falter through mistakes and/or government intervention? Join this lively discussion with portfolio risk experts and learn what you need to know about crypto.
The Next Big Geopolitical Risk (Upd: Sep 27, 2022)
Russia’s invasion of the Ukraine is affecting markets daily. We have created stress tests that have attempted to measure moderate and severe consequences for global markets as a result.
Nowhere to Hide or Diversify: What Can Advisors Do?
In this shocking episode you will see that many of the concepts that financial advisors take for granted are no longer true in today's markets.
RPAG 2022-Main Takeaways: The Evolution of Target Date Funds, Managed Accounts and Defining Risk
Flying solo today, I am in sunny San Diego for the annual RPAG conference. In this episode I’ll be talking about all the cool stuff I learnt from the best in retirement advisory business.