2 Simple Secrets of Great Investors

by Elle Kaplan | Aug 2, 2016 | Blog, Investing

The stock market can sometimes appear to be incredibly confusing and murky. However, being a successful investor doesn’t involve a magic potion.  Contrary to what the media or Wall Street might tell you, much of successful investing involves some simple principles....

How Conventional Wisdom Can Steer You in the Wrong Direction in Investing

by Elle Kaplan | Aug 1, 2016 | Blog, Investing

Conventional wisdom is frequently accepted at face value as if it were scientific theory. This is especially a truism in investing, where success is often counter-intuitive to our natural reactions and thinking processes. Look no further than the recent housing market...

Should Events Like The Brexit Affect Your Investment Decisions?

by Elle Kaplan | Jul 26, 2016 | Blog, Investing

You’ve probably heard plenty about the Brexit – the vote by the people of Britain to depart from the Eurozone – and when the news broke, the stock market responded with poor performance initially. At the same time, the media also responded with doomsday predictions of...

Does the Media Help You Invest Successfully?

by Elle Kaplan | Jul 20, 2016 | Blog, Investing

In almost every aspect of life, the more informed and knowledgeable you are, the better you’re enabled to make smart decisions. So it seems like having your eyes glued to your television or computer while watching investment news like a hawk would prove beneficial. In...

Some Mistakes That Even Experienced Investors Can Make

by Elle Kaplan | Jul 20, 2016 | Blog, Investing

We’re all human, and we’re all prone to mistakes. So even if you’re an experienced investor, you may be falling prey to some investing pitfalls. Often, these mistakes are hardwired into our natural thinking, so you may not even realize you’re undertaking them. With...

How You Can Avoid Hidden Fees While Investing

by Elle Kaplan | Jul 12, 2016 | Blog, Investing

No matter how well the stock market is doing, or how great of an investment plan you have, the reality is that it’s not what you earn that matters; it’s what you keep. Everything from taxes to the fees charged by advisors are just as important as returns when it comes...