Investment

Investing should be easy – just buy low and sell high – but most of us have trouble following that simple advice. There are principles and strategies that may enable you to put together an investment portfolio that reflects your risk tolerance, time horizon, and goals. Understanding these principles and strategies can help you avoid some of the pitfalls that snare some investors.

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The Rule of 72

Do you know how long it may take for your investments to double in value? The Rule of 72 is a quick way to figure it out.

From Boats to Brokers

From the Dutch East India Company to Wall St., the stock market has a long and storied history.

Want To Invest in Real Estate?

Consider these five tips before adding an investment property to your portfolio.

Global and International Funds

Investors seeking world investments can choose between global and international funds. What's the difference?

• Articles

  The Road to November: Election Insights from Strategas

  Head of Policy Research Dan Clifton breaks down how to analyze the upcoming presidential election, and what it means for you.

  Bank Failures Spark Questions Over Deposit Insurance

  Our Washington Policy Research team explores the debate in Washington about whether to expand federal deposit insurance.

  All That Matters: Weathering a Storm

  Mike and Ross discuss how to navigate market storms while keeping your long-term financial goals in focus.

  Five for Friday — February 6, 2026

  Ross looks at corporate profits, the swoon in Bitcoin, and Gold’s movements—and reminds us to run our own race.

  Diversification: The "Free Lunch" of Portfolio Building

  While diversification doesn’t guarantee against loss, it is often a successful long-term strategy.

  Separating the Signal From the Noise

  A good professional provides important guidance and insight through the years.

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• Videos

  Should You Invest in Exchange Traded Funds?

  There are thousands of ETFs available. Should you invest in them?

  The Fed and How It Got That Way

  Here is a quick history of the Federal Reserve and an overview of what it does.

  From Boats to Brokers

  From the Dutch East India Company to Wall St., the stock market has a long and storied history.

  Inflation and Your Portfolio

  Even low inflation rates can pose a threat to investment returns.

  The Real Cost of a Vacation Home

  What if instead of buying that vacation home, you invested the money?

  Are Alternative Investments Right for You?

  With alternative investments, it’s critical to sort through the complexity.

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