Jul 10, 2012
How 5 seriously overworked buzzwords can come between you and your client
They're on the lips everyone in the industry, but we've lost sight of what they really mean; here's a refresher course
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Rob Isbitts
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Page 2 of 3Jul 2, 2012
The 4 biggest investment performance myths -- and how they can torpedo advisor-client trust
How to sidestep Wall Street mythology and give clients a clarified perspective on the ups and downs of their investments
Feb 24, 2012
4 reasons to use options -- and 4 more reasons why you should think twice
Options can smooth the bumps inherent in longterm investing but expect to take some time educating your clients about them
Jan 25, 2012
12 for 2012: A dozen issues you and your clients should really be focusing on this year
A veteran investment strategist sifts through mountains of information overload to find the way forward -- and takes stock of his 2011 prognostications
Oct 31, 2011
Five scary investment scenarios (and the likelihood that they will occur)
The goblins still still lurk despite the massive October rally
May 11, 2011
Why smart diversification and risk management are your best friends
Earnings season gave stocks a reason to rally in April; healthcare and European funds lead pack
Mar 25, 2011
How capture ratios can help you prepare for the next downturn
A tool little noticed by investors can help you determine which investment style works in which market
Feb 14, 2011
Performance envy strikes investors as a familiar pattern sets in
Twice before -- in 1999 and 2007 -- we have seen how a strong market taints expectations
Dec 8, 2010
Six things to know about the winners and losers in November’s market
Morningstar data: The market only eked out a gain, but some fund categories like natural resources stood out. Meanwhile, Europe stock funds got walloped.
Nov 8, 2010
Market Fund-A-Mentals: After an in-your-face rally, which fund categories rise to the top?
Funds incorporating hedging strategies see a tough year so far; a group of gold-inspired funds are acting like stocks
Oct 19, 2010
Five steps to get your clients out of bonds and into alternative, low-volatility investments
What will prompt the next emotional reaction from investors? Falling bond rates and rising stocks.
Aug 11, 2010
The 10 most likely contributors to the next market panic
Certain technical indicators point to a market bottom in seasonally weak September-October
May 7, 2010
Stock market Euro-trashed: What does it mean for your clients' wealth?
It's a great time to readjust Beta after an 80% surge from the lows and just a 6% selloff this week
Apr 21, 2010
10 investment ideas that STILL don’t work
Among the worst ideas reappearing: leveraged ETFs and the hypothetical track record
Mar 11, 2010
What the alternative is to ill-conceived Target Date Funds
The popular savings vehicle may be structured for bad performance