COMMUNICATING WITH YOUR FINANCIAL ADVISOR You hired a pro for a reason. His or her time is precious, and so is yours. I always say communication is the absolute most important thing an advisor and client can work on; it takes a little reflection and a lot of practice to optimize. Here are my top […]
Read ArticleTerrorizing Quarterbacks is Just Like Trading
I met a man who I will call John while out for dinner years ago. John asked me what I did for a living. My answer sparked him to tell me that his friend was retiring the following year and would have the majority of his life savings suddenly coming available. His friend, John said, […]
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Responding to why Wells Fargo had a cross-selling goal of eight, CEO John Stumpf replied in the 2010 annual report, “The answer is, it rhymed with ‘great.’ Perhaps our new cheer should be: ‘Let’s go again, for 10!’” If that doesn’t convey the message strongly enough, I’ll say it more bluntly: Wells Fargo, which is […]
Read ArticleThe Ides of September
There is something about October that spooks investors. Maybe it’s the market crash of 1929 or the one-day crash that happened in 1987. More recently, shares were pummeled in October 2008 after Lehman’s collapse roiled global credit markets. Though it has been a while, modest corrections in the late 1970s ruffled feathers in October. Almost […]
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On September 25, WorthPointe employees, clients and friends will team up to participate in the Komen Race for the Cure® walk in Austin. We’ve set a goal to raise $1,000 by race day. We invite you to join the cause by donating via this page and/or walking with us. We are each playing a part […]
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Is there a greater honor than having a significant influence on someone’s life? I don’t think so. Thus, I was honored and touched when my nephew, Wil, named me #3 in a school project focused on the biggest influences of his life — right behind his parents. When I started thinking about writing this article, […]
Read ArticleStocks: It’s Time To Sell
The stock market indices have reached record highs recently and I just have a feeling it’s time to sell. Well, a little more than a feeling. I’ve seen some reports that it’s time to short equities (from an investing legend, mind you) and I have my own personal indicators I look at as well. I […]
Read ArticleYes, No, Maybe
Have you ever met or approached a professional at a social event and been tempted to ask a personal question that relates specifically to your circumstances? Whether it’s from a physician, attorney or CPA, insight from professionals benefits us all when we need assistance in their field of expertise. While you may be reluctant to […]
Read ArticleIs “Pokemon Go” A No-Go for Investors?
The “Pokemon GO” phone app is getting a lot of attention. But is it a viable investment opportunity, or a wild speculation? WorthPointe Chief Investment Officer, Joshua Wilson, weighs in.
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Ken Moraif, host of Money Matters, claims to have a unique algorithm that allows his clients to time the market, i.e., know when it’s best to get in and out. He believes a timing strategy is required for investors to have success—but that thinking goes against all academic research and the opinions of most highly […]
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