Charley Ellis: Indexing Is a Marvelous Gift The noted author, consultant, and academic on the virtues of simplicity, the challenges facing active managers, and why he would stay away from investing in private capital. Christine Benz and Amy C. Arnott, CFA Aug 5, 2025
Active ETFs Are a Top Choice for Model Portfolio Providers Bitcoin, not so much...yet. Jason Kephart and Susan Dziubinski Jul 31, 2025
The Importance of Incorporating Income Risk Into Financial Planning Including income risk in financial plans often results in lower equity allocation and higher saving rates. Sebastian Gomez-Cardona, Ph.D. Jul 10, 2025
5 Simple but Tough-to-Answer Client Questions These may seem obvious, but inquiring clients deserve our patience and clear answers. Sheryl Rowling Jul 9, 2025
10 Key Takeaways From the Morningstar Investment Conference A packed two days educates and entertains. Sheryl Rowling Jun 30, 2025
Eric Simonson: The Case for Flat-Fee Financial Advice The CEO of Abundo Wealth discusses the Advice-Only Network, younger investors’ advice preferences, and why consumers should prioritize financial planning over investment advice. Christine Benz and Amy C. Arnott, CFA Jun 24, 2025
If Your Financial Advisor Is Not Doing These 3 Things, It’s Time for a Change Be on the lookout for these financial advisor red flags. Sheryl Rowling Jun 18, 2025
Ask Your Advisor These Questions Before Investing in Custom Model Portfolios What custom model portfolios are and their pros and cons for investors. Jason Kephart and Susan Dziubinski May 28, 2025
How Jonathan Clements’ Advice Helped Scores of Investors, Including Me The WSJ columnist championed common-sense investing. We can carry on his message. Christine Benz May 19, 2025
A Financial Guide for 2025 College Graduates Use these resources to help you set up retirement savings, tackle debt, and begin investing. Lauren Hammett May 16, 2025
Dealing With Out-of-Date Technology: A 5-Step Guide for Financial Advisors Staying up to date is essential to running an efficient practice. Sheryl Rowling May 7, 2025
How Advisors Can Rise to the Challenges and Opportunities of Next-Gen Clients Deeper engagement can build an advantage with the next generation of investors. Nicki Potts and Danielle Labotka Apr 16, 2025
Vincent Montemaggiore: ‘The Two Best Defenses Against Tariffs Are a High-Gross Profit Margin and Pricing Power’ A veteran global investor gauges risk and opportunity in current markets. Christine Benz and Dan Lefkovitz Apr 16, 2025
What Now? An Investor’s To-Do List for Chaotic Markets A down market offers opportunities to check progress toward your long-term investing goals—and even save on taxes. Christine Benz Apr 4, 2025
A Down-Market Survival Guide for Your 20s, 30s, and 40s When you have many years until retirement, market volatility should be easy to shrug off, but it isn’t always. Five steps to taking control. Christine Benz Apr 3, 2025
Financial Advisors: 6 Stages to Signing a New Client Use these strategies to build a stronger client base at your practice. Sheryl Rowling Mar 12, 2025
Why Couples Should Take It Slow When Talking About Their Finances And why a lack of communication might be about more than just money. Jess Bebel Mar 9, 2025
Ask Your Advisor These Questions Before Direct Indexing for Tax Management Here’s what investors need to know about this strategy for managing taxes on an ongoing basis. Jason Kephart and Susan Dziubinski Mar 7, 2025
Suddenly Wealthy? 7 Steps to Secure Your Financial Future How to turn a financial windfall into long-term prosperity. Sheryl Rowling Feb 27, 2025
Investors Want More Than Financial Advice From Advisors Our research reveals key themes that reflect what investors are looking for. Samantha Lamas Feb 21, 2025